Bachelor in Chemistry (Bachelor's)

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Students conduct hands-on laboratory work using advanced instrumentation such as NMR spectrometers, mass spectrometers, and HPLC systems. They engage in research projects and synthesize compounds under inert conditions using gloveboxes and Schlenk manifolds. The programme emphasizes practical experience with modern analytical tools and computational modeling. Students complete a senior seminar and take courses in multiple chemistry subfields.

The major requires 11 credits in core chemistry areas, calculus, and a senior seminar. Students preparing for ACS certification must complete additional courses in biochemistry, advanced electives, and introductory computer science.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Required documents include transcripts and standardized test scores if submitted. No specific prerequisite courses are listed.

on-campus, full-time, typical duration four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 71% of applicants.

For nearly 200 years, Knox College has brought together students who want to explore ideas and make a difference in their communities, nation, and world. The small campus supports close connections among students, faculty, and peers. Students encounter people with different majors, interests, and skill levels, creating opportunities to build connections across backgrounds. Campus traditions and activities, including Flunk Day and time on the South Lawn, form part of the Knox experience in Galesburg, a city in western Illinois.

Knox’s liberal arts education is designed to produce informed, engaged citizens who can apply knowledge to practical challenges. Students can choose from more than 60 courses of study, including 42 majors, 57 minors, pre-professional programs, and cooperative programs. Academic options include biology, creative writing, data science, economics, computer science, business and management, philosophy, psychology, art and art history, and music. The academic calendar uses three terms each year, with students taking three classes per term to create space for deeper study. Conversations with peers and faculty can lead to research projects and independent studies. Every student receives financial assistance, and students can seek support from peers, faculty, and Admissions as they shape their path at Knox.