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Ph.D. in Chemistry

Graduate students earn a Ph.D. through independent research in collaboration with one or more faculty members . A modest amount of graded coursework ensures a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of the chosen field, as well as breadth of knowledge in the chemical sciences. The median time to complete all requirements for the Ph.D. is about five years. Students are required to pass oral examinations in their area of specialization. There are no pre-entrance or qualifying exams.

For complete details about our doctoral program, see the pages below:

• First Year of Study
• Ph.D. Degree Requirements
• Ph.D. Degree Timeline
• 2nd Year Exam Guidelines (pdf, example)
• General Exam Instructions (pdf, example)
• Data Science Option (Chem-DSO)
• Elements of Good Academic Standing
• General Policies
• Advising & Mentoring
• Financial Support
• Student Awards

For current students, the most up to date documents and information can be found in the PhD Student Handbook .

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