University of New Haven
University of New Haven

300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, Connecticut, USA

Master of Science - Chemistry

Master's Degree

Program Summary

The University of New Haven’s Master of Science in Chemistry is a practiced-based program that will enable students to take an integrative approach to solving practical chemistry problems and prepare them to pursue a career in a variety of fields.

Students begin by gaining a broad background in chemical theories, computational chemistry methods, analysis of experimental data, design of chemical materials, modern organic chemistry, design of molecular drugs, the design of sustainable chemical processes, and current challenges in the field of chemistry.

In addition to developing an expertise in organic, analytical, and computational chemistry, students will take courses in biomedical engineering, civil engineering, computer science, math, and cellular and molecular biology.

Through this integrative approach, students will be well prepared to study chemistry challenges such as molecular drug discovery, polymer materials design, catalyst design, and chemical analysis for sustainable and renewable energy.

They will also have the option to pursue a concentration in several rapidly growing specialty areas in the field, such as computational and materials chemistry, drug discovery chemistry, or analytical and green chemistry.

Through this program, students will also:
  • Enhance their skills and knowledge in research methods, writing, and ethics.
  • Pursue a concentration in analytical & green chemistry, computation & materials chemistry, or drug discovery chemistry.
  • Focus their studies through their choice of electives, including topics in pharmacology, bioinformatics, programming, and air pollution.
  • Participate in seminars that will expose them to state-of-the-art chemistry research.
  • Complete a research project, thesis, or internship.
  • Gain the skills and knowledge to collaborate in multidisciplinary research projects in the fields of biology, biomedical engineering, environmental engineering, mathematics, and computer science.
  • Be prepared to pursue a wide variety of careers in chemical, energy, pharmaceutical, materials, biomedical, or computational data analysis settings; or to pursue government or academic research.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

70%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

August 8, 2024

Submission deadline

June 1, 2025

Open date

July 4, 2025

Submission deadline

November 1, 2025

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

2 year master's degree including an optional internship

Program Length

$17414 USD

Cost of Living

$50 USD

Application fee

$19656 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Health Insurance Fees: $1,800 per year
Graduate Student General Fees: $260 per year