Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry

The Master of Science degree is also offered in inorganic, organic, physical chemistry and analytical/environmental chemistry. The course program consists of a broad core program plus electives approved by an advisory committee. Thesis and non-thesis options are available, although the thesis option is usually preferred. The graduate program in chemistry at The University of Montana is built on the philosophy that students can best achieve these important goals by interacting closely with faculty who are practicing chemists as well as good teachers. For a typical student, this interaction begins in the classroom. Class sizes are generally small (3-8 students) allowing for lively discussion. Faculty are accessible to students for consultation. The range of course offerings in chemistry educates students well in the fundamentals of all major areas of chemistry as well as in highly specialized research areas close to the frontiers of knowledge.

All applicants must submit the following information:

Graduate Record Examination (The UM ETS Code number is 4489. The Department numbers are Organic, 304, Physical, 306, Analytical, 302, General, 301, Chemistry, 399, and Inorganic, 303.) Optional for the 2023 Spring and Fall Admission.
One official transcript from each university or college previously attended
A personal statement describing your background, objectives, research interests, motivation, and your fit for the department. Applicants should list faculty in whose research they are interested and are encouraged to contact the faculty directly before the deadline. The statement should be no more than two pages.
Three letters of recommendation from persons qualified to judge the applicant's potential as a graduate student in chemistry.
Submit the online application to the Graduate School online.
All non-native speakers must take either the TOEFL exam or the IELTS exam and submit the scores to The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.
For applicants whose native language is not English, the applicant must have a minimum TOEFL IBT (IBT Home Edition also accepted) 80, IELTS - 6.5