Bachelor in Chemistry (Bachelor's)

At Wabash College, tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $61,800..

This programme is designed for undergraduate students interested in a rigorous study of chemical principles and laboratory practice. Students engage in hands-on experiments using advanced instrumentation and participate in original research with faculty. The curriculum emphasizes foundational knowledge as a basis for creative problem-solving in chemistry. The department houses specialized equipment not typically available at small colleges.

The programme requires a total of 120 credits, distributed across core chemistry courses, laboratory work, and elective courses. Students complete a capstone experience involving independent research or a senior project.

Graduates pursue careers as research scientists, laboratory managers, medical developers, software developers, and educators in academic or industrial settings.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent with strong performance in science and mathematics courses. Submission of transcripts, standardized test scores, and a personal statement is required.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 63% of applicants.

Campus life at Wabash centers on participation and connection. Students can join more than 70 campus clubs, student government, fraternities, athletic teams, performance ensembles, theater, or intramural activities. Intercollegiate athletics are popular, while campus traditions include ceremonies connected with nearly two centuries of College history. The Bachelor, Wabash’s college newspaper, has won Indiana Collegiate Press Association awards, including recognition as Best Small College Newspaper.

Academic study follows a liberal arts model with 40 degree programs. A 9-to-1 student-to-instructor ratio supports close instructional attention, and professors include students in research and remain available for questions. The College also connects learning with internships, immersion trips, and WabashX experiences. Language study gives students opportunities to widen their understanding of the world, while the Global Health Initiative offers a direct-admission pathway for some incoming students.

Located in Crawfordsville, Indiana, Wabash offers a small-town setting for students who want campus activities and personal contact with faculty. Career preparation is supported through internship opportunities, career services, and an active alumni network. International students can find a campus where classroom participation, research, leadership, athletics, and student organizations all form part of the undergraduate experience. Immersion trips and language learning provide additional ways to engage with communities and perspectives beyond campus.