Chemistry M.S.
Develop a Successful Career in Chemistry
A Master of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Houston-Clear Lake will provide the challenging program you deserve for your education and career. You will be exposed to coursework in traditional areas like Organic, Analytical, Physical and Inorganic Chemistry, as well as pursue a thesis option if you have plans for a doctoral program after graduation. You also have the option to choose an advanced specializations that can provide focus to your studies:
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Take Advantage of Excellent Research Opportunities
The UHCL Chemistry plan has received endowments from the Welch Foundation in the form
of a Chemistry Departmental Research Grant, as well as the Zeon Chemicals Company.
Those funds have been expended in support of the research efforts carried out by the
College of Science and Engineering faculty during the training of students. This course
of study will prepare you for a wide variety of careers, from the typical role of
chemist in a private or government research institution to roles in development, administration,
education and beyond.
Admission Requirements
Explore what the future holds for you by attending University of Houston-Clear Lake's
College of Science and Engineering. Find out now what it takes to be admitted.
- Chemistry M.S.
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Admission DeadlineStandard Graduate Admission Deadline
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ApplicationA standard university application is required.
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Requirements
- 3.0 GPA
- GRE Total Score of 290 (150 Quantitative); GRE could be waived if GPA is 3.5 or better with BS/BA in Chemistry
- Foundation Courses (C- or better): 8 hours of General (Freshman) Chemistry I and II with laboratory, 8 hours of Organic Chemistry I and II with laboratory, 12 hours of upper-level Chemistry courses in any of the following areas: Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Organic Chemistry.
Degree Requirements
UHCL's College of Science and Engineering has created a solid foundation of study designed to help you make your educational dreams a reality. Explore the classes you'll need to take for your University of Houston-Clear Lake degree.
Chemistry, M.S.Cost Information
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Deadlines for Applying
- Graduate Deadlines
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FallNew Degree-Seeking Students - August 1
Returning UHCL Students - August 15 -
SpringNew Degree-Seeking Students - January 5
Returning UHCL Students - January 15 -
SummerNew Degree-Seeking Students - May 1
Returning UHCL Students - May 25
Please note, some graduate programs have special deadlines and requirements. For more information, go to How to Apply as a Graduate Student. The online application is scheduled to close for Graduate students after the Formal UHCL Student deadline of each semester.
Applying After the Priority Deadline
New, non-degree seeking, and returning UHCL students applying after the deadlines above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information. A $50.00 Late Registration Fee or $50.00 Late Payment may apply.
Review the UHCL Academic Calendar for registration and payment dates and deadlines.
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Fall
Priority Deadline - May 1
Extended Deadline - June 1 -
Spring
Deadline - October 1
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Summer*
Deadline - April 1
For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.
Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
Chemistry M.S. Faculty
Arjun C. Bhowmick
Lecturer of Chemistry,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3741
Email: Bhowmick@crewbar.net
Office: STEM 2246
Monica Khural
Lecturer,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3729
Email: khural@crewbar.net
Office: S2201
Jack Y. Lu
Professor of Chemistry,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3780
Email: lu@crewbar.net
Office: STEM 2202
Alexandra MacDermott
Associate Professor of Physical Chemistry,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3773
Email: macdermott@crewbar.net
Office: STEM 2210
Nataliya Markina
Lecturer of Chemistry,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3741
Email: markina@crewbar.net
Office: STEM 2246
Uttam R. Pokharel
Associate Professor of Chemistry,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3769
Email: pokharel@crewbar.net
Office: STEM 2214
Yi Su
Program Director of Chemistry and Associate Professor of Chemistry,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3752
Email: Su@UHCL.edu
Office: STEM 2250
Charuksha Walgama
Assistant Professor of Chemistry,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3785
Email: walgama@crewbar.net
Office: STEM 2242
Daniel Zerong Wang
Professor of Chemistry,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3795
Email: Wang@crewbar.net
Office: STEM 2206