Nov 27, 2024  
Whittier College Catalog 2023-2024 
    
Whittier College Catalog 2023-2024 ARCHIVED CATALOG

Chemistry with ACS Certification, B.A.


The Chemistry Department is approved by the Committee on the Professional Training of Chemists of the American Chemical Society. Students majoring in chemistry who follow the ACS-approved program receive certification as being prepared for a career in chemistry or for graduate study in the field.

Requirements


A minimum of 63 credits: 45 credits of the chemistry core courses in addition to 18 credits in upper division chemistry courses

ACS Certification Option


17 additional credits

Note:


Study of a foreign language, although not required, is highly recommended, particularly for students who plan to pursue graduate studies in chemistry.

CHEM 095  may not be applied toward a major in Chemistry.