A major in chemistry may lead to employment in chemical research and in related areas such as medical applications of chemistry, environmental chemistry, and materials science. A chemistry major also provides an excellent background for continued education in professional schools in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and related fields.
Typical First-Year Schedule
Fall
- FYS 120 or WRIT 120 or Conversation Program
- CHEM 122 or CHEM 125
- MATH 119 (offered Fall only)/120/126/128 or OLE Core/Elective
- World Language or OLE Core/Elective
MATH 120 can be taken in Fall, January Term, or Spring. MATH 119 is only offered in Fall.
January Term
- MATH 120 or OLE Core/Elective
Spring
- FYS 120 or WRIT 120 or Conversation Program
- CHEM 126
- MATH 120 or OLE Core/Elective
- World Language or OLE Core/Elective
Additional Information
CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS COURSEWORK
- Students with an AP score of 5, an IB HL score of 5-7, or a score of A on the Cambridge A-level exam may begin the Chemistry major with Chem 126 in the spring. If they desire, these students may register for just a laboratory section of Chem 125 if there are seats available after fall registration; see the Chem. Chair or Assoc. Chair of Curriculum.
- Credit for transfer of college-level courses is arranged via consultation with the Registrar and the Chemistry Assoc. Chair of Curriculum.
Placement
Students should follow their placement results found on the Student Information System (SIS) under Advising Information. Questions can be directed to Professor of Chemistry, Jeff Schwinefus (schwinef@stolaf.edu).
CONTACT INFORMATION
Chair, Department of Chemistry – Mary Walczak (walczak@stolaf.edu)