A completed application form.
An official secondary school transcript or GED certificate.
The official final high school transcript, indicating proof of graduation must be submitted before a student is able to attend classes.
Optional items:
An essay of 200 words or more on why you would like to earn a degree at Seton Hill.
Letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor or one recommendation form. Additional recommendations are welcome and may represent other sources.
Official score reports from either the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) or the ACT test (American College Testing Program). (Information about Test Optional alternative.)
A transcript evaluation from the World Education Services (WES).
Proof of English proficiency
TOEFL score of at least 213 (computer-based), or 79-80 (Internet based).
IELTS score of 6.0.
Completion of 30 semester hours at a U.S. university.
Completion of an ESL program.
SAT score of at least a 470 on the critical reading section.
ACT composite score of 20 or higher.
Duolingo score of at least 100.
Using a knowledge of the chemicals that make up everything in our world, chemists find cures for disease, make our homes and environments safer, help solve crimes and create new technologies. With a degree in chemistry from Seton Hill, you will be prepared for an amazing career.
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Chemistry Curriculum
Bachelor of Science
SCH 140 - General Chemistry I (Chemistry) 4 Credit(s)
SCH 141 - General Chemistry I Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
SCH 142 - General Chemistry II (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 143 - General Chemistry II Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
SCH 204 - Fit for the Chemistry World Seminar (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
SCH 210 - Organic Chemistry I (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 211 - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory (Chemistry) 2 Credit(s)
SCH 212 - Organic Chemistry II (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 213 - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory (Chemistry) 2 Credit(s)
SCH 214 - Analytical Chemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 217 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
SCH 303 - Scientific Communication Seminar I (Chemistry) 0.50 Credit(s)
SCH 325 - Biochemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 330 - Thermodynamics (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 331 - Thermodynamics Laboratory (Chemistry) 2 Credit(s)
SCH 332 - Quantum Mechanics (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 345 - Inorganic Chemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 348 - Advanced Synthesis Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
SCH 355 - Instrumental Analysis (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 357 - Advanced Spectroscopy Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
SCH 403 - Scientific Communication Seminar II (Chemistry) 0.50 Credit(s)
SMA 130 - Calculus I with Analytical Geometry (Mathematics) 4 Credit(s)
SMA 140 - Calculus II (Mathematics) 4 Credit(s)
SMA 200 - Calculus III (Mathematics) 4 Credit(s)
SPH 110 - General Physics I (Physics) 3 Credit(s)
SPH 111 - General Physics I Laboratory (Physics) 1 Credit(s)
SPH 112 - General Physics II (Physics) 3 Credit(s)
SPH 113 - General Physics II Laboratory (Physics) 1 Credit(s)
3 credits from:
SCH 326 - Biochemistry Laboratory (Chemistry) 1 Credit(s)
SCH 350 - Advanced Organic Chemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 380 - Advanced Biochemistry (Chemistry) 3 Credit(s)
SCH 405 - Special Topics in Chemistry (Chemistry) 0 Credit(s) (1-3 credits)
1 credit from:
SCH 430 - Internship (Chemistry) 0 Credit(s) (1 credit)
OR
SCH 435 - Research (Chemistry) 0 Credit(s) (1 credit)
Total credits: 68
The job outlook for chemists is strong. In 2020, chemists earned an annual wage of $80,680, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Seton Hill’s Bachelor of Science in chemistry will prepare you to start a career right after graduation, or move confidently into graduate school. Seton Hill's award-winning Career and Professional Development Center will work with you and your faculty advisors to prepare you for a career, and to help you locate the best internships. Since most people change careers multiple times, Seton Hill's career services remain available to you after you graduate.
The largest employers of chemists are:
Chemical manufacturing
Research and development in physical, engineering & life sciences
Testing laboratories
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