| 1. Can I take all of the Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry courses online? |
| Yes, you can take all of the required courses online. |
| 2. What about lab courses? |
| This program is designed for students with substantial laboratory experience; thus, lab courses are not required. However, students have the option to take CHEM 700, a one-week intensive lab course. |
| 3. Do I ever need to come to campus? |
| Yes, in order to earn your degree, you need to come to campus for one day, for the final oral exam. |
| 4. What are the requirements to earn the Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry degree? |
| To earn the M.S. in Analytical Chemistry degree, you must complete a minimum of 32 credit hours from the list of approved courses while maintaining a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 (B average). No courses with a failing grade (E) will be counted towards the degree. You are also required to pass the final oral exam. |
| 5. What type of student enrolls in this program? |
| The program is designed for chemists working in industry, government and military labs, and for secondary education teachers and chemists working in institutions of higher learning. |
| 6. When can I start? |
| If you meet the prerequisites, you may begin your graduate studies in the fall, spring, or summer semester. |
| 7. How long will it take? |
| If you are enrolled part-time, you can generally finish the program in 2.5 to three years. |
| 8. How is the examination process and homework handled? |
| With the help of the Office of Digital Learning, you will select a testing site and proctor who will administer exams (when necessary). Homework is generally assigned within the lectures or on a course website. Homework is submitted by email, fax, or by uploading to Blackboard, an online teaching aid. |
| 9. How many courses am I expected to take in a semester? |
| The part-time program is designed for you to take a maximum of two courses per semester. |
| 10. Is an analytical chemistry curriculum available for full-time students? |
| No, the program is designed specifically for part-time students. |
| 11. If I start out in an 91ÖÆƬ³§ Tech chemistry certificate program, can I transfer to the Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry Program? |
| Yes, you will have to apply to 91ÖÆƬ³§ Tech’s Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry program to be considered for admission. If admitted, you will be allowed to transfer approved courses in which you have earned a B grade or higher to the master's degree program. VIEW CERTIFICATE OPTIONS |
| 12. Where can I find additional information about 91ÖÆƬ³§ Tech's policies and procedures? |
| â–¸ Information for current graduate students can be found on the Office of Graduate Academic Affairs website. |
| â–¸ Information for applicants can be found on the Office of Graduate Admission website. |
| â–¸ Inquiries about online course access can be found on the Office of Digital Learning website. |
| â–¸ For course descriptions, see the Graduate Bulletin. |
| â–¸ For a student ID card, contact: Access, Card, and Parking Services at 312.567.8968 |
| 14. What is the (total) cost of the program? |
| ESTIMATED ANNUAL COST |
| SPECIFIC PROGRAM AND MORE DETAILED BREAKDOWN OF COSTS |
| FINANCIAL AID |