Chemistry Programs of Study
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Loyola University New Orleans offers four different programs of study leading to a bachelor of science degree.
Although requirements differ, each track is comprised of rigorous course work in chemistry with supporting classes in mathematics, physics, and biology. Chemistry students also enroll in Loyola Core general education classes. Undergraduate research is an additional key component of each chemistry student's education. We encourage chemistry majors to join a research group early in their Loyola career.
Check out our faculty research activities to discover more about research opportunities. Detailed information on each track, including required courses, can be found in the links below.
Chemistry majors are encouraged to read about each degree and to meet with their academic advisors regarding course selections, research, internships, and graduation requirements. Current chemistry majors can log in to their LORA accounts for their academic advisor's name and contact information. Prospective chemistry majors should contact the Department of Chemistry to meet with an advisor.
Degree Programs
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Accredited by the American Chemical Society, this program prepares students to enter directly into industry or pursue an advanced degree in any field of chemistry.
View the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Program Details
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
This program serves both students interested in pursing careers in health fields such as medicine and dentistry, as well as those interested in attending graduate school in biochemistry or working in the pharmaceutical industry.
View the Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry Program Details
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with a Concentration in Forensic Chemistry
This program is designed to develop student's abilities to apply chemical and biochemical methods of analysis in order to aid the justice system in solving problems of a forensic nature. Graduates are prepared to either secure a job in a forensic services laboratory, or to pursue an advanced degree in the forensic sciences.
View the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry Program Details
Teacher Education
Biological Sciences is one of the majors identified by the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (Page 4 of Bulletin 746) for which students can seek secondary grades certification (grades 6-12). Students preparing for certification in this area complete the major courses plus the focus-area courses for teacher education. See the Teacher Education degree plan on the Bulletin and the list of teacher education courses for chemistry.