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Chemistry

In Person
Campus: Jackson
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Understand the physical world deeply

The Chemistry program at Union equips students to understand chemical processes, apply modern scientific methods, and engage the physical world with intellectual curiosity and rigor. Grounded in a Christ-centered academic community, graduates are prepared for careers in research, medicine, industry, education, and graduate study.

Quick Facts

Academic Program

Bachelor of Science

Format

In Person

Program Type

Major, Minor

Accreditation

American Chemical Society (ACS) Certification

Students who complete the chemistry degree as described below or upon their coursework being approved by the chair of the department, will receive degrees that are certified by the American Chemical Society. Our certified programs offer students a broad-based and rigorous chemistry education that provides them the intellectual, experimental, and communication skills necessary to become successful scientific professionals.

Curriculum

What You'll Study

Chemistry at Union is a rigorous, lab-intensive discipline that prepares you to understand the world at its molecular foundation. You'll develop both the theoretical depth and the practical skills to pursue careers in medicine, research, and industry — or to excel in the most competitive professional programs.

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Degree Pathways

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Understanding God's Creation at the Molecular Level

At Union, chemistry is more than reactions and equations — it’s a way of understanding how God’s creation works at its most fundamental level. Faculty challenge you to develop as a problem-solver and a thinker, preparing you for a career that reflects both scientific competence and Christian character.

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