Master in Chemistry (Master's)

For Master in Chemistry (Master's), tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are determined by the university's financial office..

The programme emphasizes research-based learning through laboratory work and independent study. Students engage in advanced coursework and conduct original research under faculty supervision. The curriculum integrates theory with practical application in specialized chemistry fields. Training includes teaching responsibilities in the first year to develop instructional skills.

Focus areas include Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry.

A total of 30 semester hours is required, with at least 21 hours in chemistry courses. At least 6 hours must be dedicated to chemistry research, and 21 to 24 hours must be at the graduate level (500 or above).

Graduates pursue careers in research, teaching, and industry roles requiring advanced chemical knowledge.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Official transcripts and letters of recommendation are needed.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 58% of applicants.

Fisk University’s Nashville campus brings together historic spaces, academic facilities, and a close-knit community. Jubilee Hall remains a visible part of campus life, while the John Hope and Aurelia E. Franklin Library serves as an academic hub with books, electronic resources, and more than 240,000 volumes. Fisk University Galleries maintain a permanent collection of more than 4,000 objects spanning three centuries of art history. Information technology services support learning through classroom technology, online tools, and help-desk assistance.

Academic work spans arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, life sciences, mathematics, computer science, business, and graduate studies. Students can pursue programs such as biology and political science, while the university also supports chemistry, music, research in biological signatures and sensing, and study connected to social justice. The Division of Academic Affairs oversees degree programs, faculty matters, the Registrar’s Office, the library, sponsored programs, and the John Lewis Center for Social Justice. Fisk’s academic tradition reaches back to 1866 and includes a long role in Black learning and culture in the United States.

International students join a community where fellow international and domestic students build connections and a sense of home. The university reports a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio and total enrollment above 1,000, suggesting an environment designed for direct contact with professors. Nashville provides the wider setting for campus life, while services such as academic technology, career planning, tutoring, student activities, and faculty support help students manage study and plan their next steps.