Chemistry, BS (American Chemical Society certified)

This degree is certified by the American Chemical Society and is well-suited for students desiring a more research-oriented experience. The TCNJ Chemistry Department is approved by the American Chemical Society to grant an ACS certificate to all students who complete the additional requirements. The ACS approval program benefits all students by ensuring that all TCNJ chemistry courses, teaching pedagogy, laboratory experience, building facilities, instrumentation and instructors meet the standards set by the ACS. The TCNJ program offers a broad-based, excellent chemistry education that gives students intellectual, experimental and communication skills to become effective scientific professionals. Employers find graduates of approved programs to be better prepared for technical employment. TCNJ Chemistry recommends that students wishing to become chemical professionals (in industry or graduate school) pursue the additional requirements of the ACS degree pathway. The ACS certificate is met by taking the Chemistry Core courses with the addition of a second semester of physical chemistry. The ACS standards for laboratory hours are met by completing the following courses: the Chemistry Core courses above plus both semesters of physical chemistry, and additional research experiences described below that culminates with an original research report. All majors (BS in Chemistry and ACS BS in Chemistry) are eligible to participate in research experiences.