Chemistry

Description of Major

Carthage chemistry courses describe the properties of atoms and molecules and their transformations in nature and in the laboratory. Approved by the American Chemical Society, Carthage's chemistry department prepares students for graduate study in chemistry, industrial chemistry, teaching, medical school, and engineering.

Relevant Coursework

General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Calculus, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Statistics, Instrumental Analysis

Current Outlook
The Theta Chi Delta honorary chemistry fraternity has been at Carthage since 1926. The organization works to provide services for those students who are studying in the field of chemistry. Activities include field trips, participating in chemistry outreach programs at Carthage and local schools, and selling items for use in the chemistry classes and labs.

Why take Chemistry at Carthage?

THE CARTHAGE ADVANTAGE
The Carthage chemistry department is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS), and an ACS-certified chemistry degree is offered. Our science equipment and instrumentation is cutting-edge, and you don't compete with graduate students to use it. All of our courses and labs are taught by professors - we do not use teaching assistants. With classes at Carthage averaging 19 students, personal attention is assured. Your professors will know you by name, and take a genuine interest in your personal and professional success.

 Chemistry majors have the opportunity to pursue ScienceWorks. This entrepreneurial studies minor gives you intensive exposure to all aspects of business with a specific focus on developing and/or working in science-based business.

SALARY
Nationwide, chemistry majors reported starting salaries averaging in the range of $35,000 to $45,000 in 2001. Recent recipients of master's degrees in chemical engineering earned $57,943 on the average.

What can I do with a major in Chemistry?

POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS
This list includes careers requiring differing degrees of education and training.

  • Analytical Chemist
  • Crime Lab Analyst
  • Chemistry Professor
  • Development Chemist
  • Physician
  • Polymer Chemist
  • Environmental Chemist
  • Biochemist
  • Attorney
  • Research Chemist
  • Pharmacist
  • Science Librarian
  • Chemical Technician
  • Genetic Counselor
  • Chemical Engineer
  • Veterinarian

COMPANIES EMPLOYING CARTHAGE GRADUATES

  • Abbott Laboratories - Quality Assurance Analyst
  • Accenture - Technical Analyst
  • ATO Findley Inc. - Chemist
  • West De Pere High School - Science Teacher
  • Ellsworth Adhesive Systems - Chemist
  • Lauder International - Research and Development Chemist
  • S.C. Johson

CARTHAGE CHEMISTRY MAJORS HAVE PURSUED GRADUATE STUDIES IN

  • Chemistry
  • Law
  • Medicine
  • Pharmacy
  • Chiropractic