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Physical & Life Sciences

Chemistry

Atomic and molecular science — gen chem, organic, physical, analytical, and inorganic. Foundation for med, pharma, and chemical industry.

Core courses

  • General Chemistry I-II
  • Organic Chemistry I-II
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Inorganic Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Instrumental Analysis
  • Senior Research

Career paths

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Chemical Industry
  • Materials Science
  • Pre-Med/Pre-Dental
  • Research
  • Forensics
  • Teaching
  • Graduate School

What to expect

Lab-heavy curriculum. Organic chemistry sophomore year is the major weeder. P-chem demands strong math.

How Fennie helps

Fennie covers [general chemistry](/subject/general-chemistry), [organic chemistry](/subject/organic-chemistry), [physical chemistry](/subject/physical-chemistry), and [analytical chemistry](/subject/analytical-chemistry).

FAQ

Is chemistry good for pre-med?

Yes — covers nearly all pre-med chem requirements as part of the major.

Chem or biochem?

Biochem closer to medicine and biology; chem closer to materials and industry.

Job market without grad school?

Limited at bachelor's level. Most chem majors pursue grad school or pre-health.

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Daily Plans adapted to your specific courses — upload syllabi and Fennie does the rest.

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