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Yale is recognized as having one of the best chemistry programs in the U.S.  We are proud of our history, faculty, laboratories, instrumentation, libraries, and relations with industry. Most of all, we are proud of our students and their research. Graduates of the department occupy leading positions in academia and industry, due in no small part to their cutting-edge research experiences.

The department’s relatively small size facilitates meaningful interactions between students and internationally known faculty, and collegial interactions between the hardworking and lively graduate students contribute to the Ph.D. experience.

Students interested in graduate study at Yale should look through the department  facilities, instrumentation ,  faculty and associated faculty ,  staff , and  seminar  schedule. Applications for graduate admission are done through the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (not through individual professors) and are due, along with standardized test scores, by December 1. Accepted students are notified in late winter. In the spring, we host two visiting days to show prospective graduate students all the beauty, fun, and pleasantry of  Yale  and  New Haven .

Graduate study is an exciting departure from your experience in undergraduate education. The Ph.D. degree is a research degree, and research is the primary educational activity. The main goal is to prepare you for a career in scientific research, and the program aims to give you the tools you will need: detailed knowledge, ability to apply that knowledge, independent thought, communication skills, teamwork, teaching, and safety. The first two years of the program lead to a M.Sc. degree, and include coursework and other formal requirements in addition to research with one or more faculty members. For those that continue to the Ph.D., this culminates in a “qualifying examination” in which you demonstrate your ability to explain your research plans for the Ph.D. dissertation to a panel of faculty members, in both written and oral form. Prior to the end of your fourth year, you hone your skills in coming up with independent research ideas through an outside proposal, completely from your own interests and separate from your Ph.D. project. Finally, generally after five years total, your research is summed up in a written dissertation.

Some students come to Yale the summer before matriculation to sample a research group, but the final pairing of students with research groups occurs during the first year. The graduate program begins in late August with a 2-week orientation to Yale, teaching, and the chemistry areas within the department. Students take classes and teach and also prepare independent proposals to exercise their creativity and scientific rigor. However, the focus of the degree is a Ph.D. dissertation on research as part of a faculty-led research group.

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Science in the 21st century is rich with opportunity and challenge. Our pillars for success in this complex world are all tied to interactions—between people and between disciplines. By building both strong interpersonal connections between our students and faculty, and effective bridges between disciplines, entering graduate students in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology can thrive at the frontiers of research in the chemical and life sciences.

Our graduate programs prioritize research and exploration. With many opportunities to interact with departments, research centers, and institutions across the Boston area, our students benefit from an interdisciplinary environment that encourages curiosity and innovation. Students can choose from one of our following two graduate degree programs:

Chemistry & Chemical Biology

Our program in Chemistry offers research and training opportunities in many subdisciplines of chemistry, including chemical biology, inorganic, organic, physical, and theoretical.

Chemical Physics

Our interdepartmental Chemical Physics program is designed for students who wish to prepare themselves for the study of chemical problems by the methods and theories of modern physics.

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The Department of Chemistry offers a program of study leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). There are approximately 165 graduate students and 120 postdoctoral researchers, visiting faculty and senior scholars representing diverse backgrounds and experiences pursuing research in all major areas of chemistry. There is considerable interdisciplinary and collaborative research pursued both within the Department and with other departments and programs around campus.

Erik Sorensen Director of Graduate Studies [email protected] Frick Laboratory, 132 609-258-8135

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The Graduate Program in Chemistry welcomes students pursuing doctoral research in a broad range of areas:

• Catalysis and Organic Synthesis
• Physical Experimental Chemistry
• Theoretical and Computational Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry

The Graduate Catalog provides an overview of the chemistry academic and interdisciplinary programs available to students. Click to visit the chemistry section of the Graduate Catalog.

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Johns Hopkins University was the first American institution to emphasize graduate education and to establish a PhD program in chemistry. Founding Chair Ira Remsen initiated a tradition of excellence in research and education that has continued until this day. The Hopkins graduate program is designed for students who desire a PhD in chemistry while advancing scientific knowledge for humankind.

The graduate program provides students with the background and technical expertise required to be leaders in their field and to pursue independent research.

Graduate students’ advancement is marked by entrance exams, coursework, teaching, seminars, oral examinations, and an individual research project that culminates in a thesis dissertation. The thesis research project represents an opportunity for graduate students to make a mark on the world. Working in conjunction with a faculty member or team, individually tailored thesis projects enable students to think independently about cutting-edge research areas that are of critical importance. Thesis research is the most important step toward becoming a PhD scientist, and our program provides an outstanding base with a proven track record of success.

Graduate students make up the heart of the Chemistry Department, and the department strives to support students’ individual needs. Each student is carefully advised and classes are traditionally quite small. Multidisciplinary research and course offerings that increase scientific breadth and innovation are hallmarks of the program.  In addition to academic and technical development, our department also offers several outlets for professional and social development.

Admission Requirements

Application materials include:

• Academic transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• Statement of Purpose
• We encourage (but do not require) applicants to report scores for the GRE general and GRE chemistry subject tests. Applicants who feel that GRE scores support their case are welcome to include them. Our application review process is holistic, and the Graduate Admissions Committee believes that standardized test scores represent only one piece of a candidate’s profile. Applicants for whom taking the GRE presents a burden or who feel it does not represent their skills are free to not include them.
• The application fee is $75. However, fee waivers may be requested for applicants that have documentation showing they are a part of SACNAS, MARCC, oSTEM and many other organizations. To access the full list to see if you qualify, go to the  Krieger Graduate Admission and Enrollment  page.

Assistance with the application process is available. Candidates with questions about the application process should contact the department's administrative staff ([email protected]).

There are no fixed requirements for admission. Undergraduate majors in chemistry, biology, earth sciences, mathematics, or physics may apply as well as all well-qualified individuals who will have received a BA degree before matriculation. A select number of applicants will be invited to visit campus to tour our facilities and interact with our faculty members and their lab members over a weekend in March.

For further information about graduate study in chemistry visit the Chemistry Department website . 

Program Requirements

Normally, the minimum course requirement for both the M.A. and the Ph.D. degrees is six one-semester graduate courses in chemistry and related sciences. Exceptionally well-prepared students may ask for a reduction of these requirements.

Requirements for the Ph.D. degree include a research dissertation worthy of publication, and a knowledge of chemistry and related material as demonstrated in an oral examination. Each student must teach for at least one year.

Below is a list of the core Chemistry courses for graduate level students.

Chemistry PhD

The Chemistry PhD program is designed towards developing the ability to do creative scientific research. Accordingly, the single most important facet of the curriculum for an individual is his or her own research project. In keeping with the goal of fostering an atmosphere of scholarly, independent study, formal course requirements are minimal and vary among disciplines. Advisers tailor course requirements to best prepare the student for the chosen research field.

The doctoral program includes the following concentrations, each of which has specific degree requirements:

• Physical Chemistry: In general, the Physical Chemistry Graduate Program encompasses experimental physical, analytical, nuclear, biophysical, and theoretical chemistry.
• Synthetic Chemistry: The Synthetic Chemistry Graduate Program includes emphases in preparation of organic or inorganic compounds, development of methods for their synthesis, and their characterization and use.
• Chemical Biology: The Chemical Biology Graduate Program covers research areas at the interface of chemistry and biology, ranging from the synthesis of bioactive materials to the characterization of living systems.

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The University of Pennsylvania is an internationally renowned research institution that attracts the best students from the United States and around the globe. The Graduate Program is designed for students who wish to earn a Ph.D. in Chemistry while undertaking cutting edge research. The program provides students with the necessary theoretical background and hands-on training to become independent and highly successful scientists.  Graduate students achieve mastery of advanced chemistry topics through courses in different subdisciplines. Broad exposure to current research also occurs via four weekly departmental seminar programs and many interdisciplinary, university-wide lecture series.

Currently, faculty, students, and postdoctoral associates in Chemistry work in the fields of bioinorganic chemistry, bioorganic chemistry, chemical biology, biophysical chemistry, bioinformatics, materials science, laser chemistry, health related chemistry, structural and dynamical studies of biological systems, X-ray scattering/diffraction, NMR spectroscopy, applications of computing and computer graphics, as well as investigations of chemical communication and hormone-receptor interactions. Many research groups combine different techniques to explore frontier areas, such as nanomaterials applied to biology, photoactive biomolecules, and single-molecule imaging. Novel synthetic procedures are under constant development for targets ranging from super-emissive nanoparticles to highly specialized drug molecules and giant dendrimers, which are being explored, for example, as drug-delivery systems. The Research Facilities in the Department of Chemistry provide a strong technology base to enable the highest level of innovation. Graduate students are a driving, integral force at Penn Chemistry.

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The Department of Chemistry provides facilities for students intending to work toward the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). The Department of Chemistry is a vital, expanding hub of scientific inquiry with deep historic roots and a ready grasp on the future.

Housed in the world-class Frick Chemistry Laboratory, faculty and students work at the frontiers of science where the lines between chemistry and other disciplines merge. They conduct collaborative, interdisciplinary research with the potential to produce anything from new molecules and forms of energy to advanced models of catalysis and innovative materials. They also are immersed in the classic pursuit of chemistry -- to examine the composition of substances and investigate their properties and reactions.

Graduate students are invited and encouraged to pursue individualized programs. Their experience is enhanced by strong faculty mentoring and access to world-leading intellectual and physical resources. The Ph.D. is awarded primarily on the basis of a thesis describing original research in one area of chemistry. Graduate students begin this research during their first year of graduate work; it becomes one of their most important activities in the second year, and thereafter they devote almost all of their time to it. The final public oral examination consists of the defense of a student’s original research proposal as well as a defense of the thesis dissertation. The chief objectives of the requirements are stimulation of interesting discussion based upon original inquiry and coordination of information by candidates in a number of fields that challenge their interests.

A Master of Science is offered to select industry-sponsored candidates who are employees of companies that are members of the  Industrial Associates Program . The program may be completed on a part-time basis under one of the following three plans: two consecutive academic years with full-time study one term each year; two consecutive academic years with half-time study both terms of each year; two consecutive academic years with full-time study one term of one year and half-time study in two other terms during the two-year period. For additional information about eligibility and application procedures for the Master of Science, please contact the department directly.

Additional departmental requirements

Ph.D. applicants are required to select an area of research interest when applying.

The M.S. degree is only open to employees of firms with active membership in the department’s industrial associates program.

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Departmental Coursework Requirement

Students are required to take six courses and to perform satisfactorily, obtaining a minimum of a 3.0 average. Students may choose P/D/F enrollment for one of these six courses. Students may pursue coursework in the following subfields: chemical biology, inorganic chemistry, catalysis, and organic synthesis, physical experimental, theoretical and computational, or materials chemistry.  Course selections and enrollment decisions are made in consultation with their faculty adviser to best meet their needs and research interests.

Additional pre-generals requirements

Departmental Breadth Requirement The Department of Chemistry requires that students demonstrate a breadth of knowledge in the field of chemistry. The breadth requirement is generally completed by successfully passing the qualifying exams in a minimum of three of the following subfields: organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, biochemistry, and chemical physics.  Students, with approval by the DGS, may also satisfy the breadth requirement by replacing one or more examination with equivalent graduate-level coursework. This coursework would count within the six courses mandated by the course requirement.

General exam

The general examination consists of two written proposals and the student’s oral defense of each. The first proposal is based on the student’s chosen area of thesis research. The second consists of an independent research proposal that is in the student’s general area of research but which is not a part of the student’s thesis research. These proposals are considered together with a review of the student’s overall academic record and research progress. Of students who pass the general examination, only those who have shown some degree of distinction in their work proceed toward the doctorate.

Qualifying for the M.A.

The Master of Arts (M.A.) degree is normally an incidental degree awarded on the way to full Ph.D. candidacy and is earned after a student successfully completes the general examination. It may also be awarded to students who, for various reasons, leave the Ph.D. program, provided that this requirement has been met.

Students are required to teach at least six contact hours per week for one term or three contact hours per week for two terms; this requirement is most often fulfilled during the second year of enrollment.

Post-Generals requirements

Third Year Seminar In the third year of study, students present a thirty-minute seminar on their research progress.  To foster understanding of the different chemical disciplines, third-year students are required to attend all such seminars.

Out-of-Field Proposal Prior to the defense of the thesis at the Final Public Oral, the student must generate an original research proposal, not directly related to the thesis research, and defend the proposal before the advisory committee. While this milestone should be completed well in advance of the Final Public Oral, it must be completed no later than two weeks in advance.

The “out of field” research proposal must be written and circulated among the advisory committee before the oral presentation date.  The student is responsible for organizing the committee members to meet for this oral exam and informing the Graduate Administrator prior to the date agreed upon. The student is required to circulate a final version of the proposal for the committee to review a minimum of two weeks in advance of the oral exam.  The committee records a grade for the written proposal and its oral defense. Grading is on a scale from Excellent to Fail.

Dissertation and FPO

The Ph.D. is awarded after the candidate’s doctoral dissertation has been accepted and the final public oral examination sustained.

Permanent Courses

Courses listed below are graduate-level courses that have been approved by the program’s faculty as well as the Curriculum Subcommittee of the Faculty Committee on the Graduate School as permanent course offerings. Permanent courses may be offered by the department or program on an ongoing basis, depending on curricular needs, scheduling requirements, and student interest. Not listed below are undergraduate courses and one-time-only graduate courses, which may be found for a specific term through the Registrar’s website. Also not listed are graduate-level independent reading and research courses, which may be approved by the Graduate School for individual students.

CBE 526 - Surface Science: Processes and Probes (also CHM 527/MSE 526)

Chm 500a - responsible conduct of research in chemistry (half-term), chm 500b - responsible conduct of research in chemistry (half-term), chm 500c - responsible conduct of research in chemistry (half-term), chm 501 - basic principles of quantum mechanics, chm 502 - advanced quantum chemistry, chm 503 - introduction to statistical mechanics (also cbe 524/mse 514), chm 504 - molecular spectroscopy, chm 509 - topics in physical chemistry, chm 510 - topics in physical chemistry (also phy 544), chm 515 - biophysical chemistry i, chm 516 - biophysical chemistry ii, chm 521 - organometallic chemistry, chm 522 - advanced inorganic chemistry (also mse 592), chm 524 - topics in inorganic chemistry, chm 529 - topics in inorganic chemistry, chm 530 - synthetic organic chemistry, chm 532 - mechanistic and physical organic chemistry, chm 534 - modern methods for organic synthesis, chm 536 - topics in organic chemistry, chm 538 - topics in biological chemistry, chm 539 - introduction to chemical instrumentation, chm 541 - chemical biology ii (also qcb 541), chm 542 - principles of macromolecular structure: protein folding, structure and design (also mol 542), chm 544 - metals in biology: from stardust to dna (also env 544), chm 599 - curriculum practical training in chemistry, mse 504 - monte carlo and molecular dynamics simulation in statistical physics & materials science (also cbe 520/chm 560/phy 512), mse 512 - phase transformations in materials: theory and simulation (also chm 511), mse 515 - random heterogeneous materials (also apc 515/chm 559), mse 518 - fundamentals of quantum materials and their applications (also chm 518), qcb 515 - method and logic in quantitative biology (also chm 517/eeb 517/mol 515/phy 570).

Requirements

Graduate study in Chemistry at Stanford stresses the unique needs of the students; basic course and examination requirements are deliberately kept to a minimum to allow each candidate flexibility in fulfilling individual research interests. Graduate students are usually engaged in research by the second quarter of their first year. Many first-year students do two, five-week optional rotations during autumn quarter.  All students join labs by the end of February of their first year and only after meeting with at least six faculty members. Generally, University and Department requirements for the Ph.D. degree can be met in less than six years of residence.

The research groups in Chemistry range from small (only two to three students) to large (twenty or more), including postdoctoral research fellows. Much of the advanced instruction, little of which is formally listed in the course catalog, occurs in group seminars organized within the individual research groups. Distinguished visiting scientists often participate in such special seminars, while research seminars of broader interest are arranged through weekly Departmental seminar programs in all areas of chemistry.

Due to the confidence the Department has in its selection of candidates for admission to graduate study, no departmental or comprehensive examinations are required for the Ph.D. degree. Alternatively, scientific development in the second and third years is normally monitored through individual student discussions with the faculty advisor. The only formal test requirement comprises a set of entrance examinations, taken by the incoming class of graduate students before the autumn quarter to display proficiency and breadth in chemistry at the level of a traditional advanced undergraduate curriculum. Any deficiencies are identified and corrected by the student in conjunction with the appropriate faculty. Once the examinations are taken, possible research problems are discussed with individual faculty members. Subsequent coursework and other requirements are largely determined by the student and research advisor(s).

More detailed information concerning degree requirements and course offerings can be found in the Stanford University general catalog, Stanford Bulletin, under these headings:

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Johns Hopkins University was the first American institution to emphasize graduate education and to establish a PhD program in chemistry. Founding Chair Ira Remsen initiated a tradition of excellence in research and education that has continued until this day. The Hopkins graduate program is designed for students who desire a PhD in chemistry while advancing scientific knowledge for humankind.

The graduate program provides students with the background and technical expertise required to be leaders in their field and to pursue independent research.

Graduate students’ advancement is marked by entrance exams, coursework, teaching, seminars, oral examinations, and an individual research project that culminates in a thesis dissertation. The thesis research project represents an opportunity for graduate students to make a mark on the world. Working in conjunction with a faculty member or team, individually tailored thesis projects enable students to think independently about cutting-edge research areas that are of critical importance. Thesis research is the most important step toward becoming a PhD scientist, and our program provides an outstanding base with a proven track record of success.

Graduate students make up the heart of the Chemistry Department, and the department strives to support students’ individual needs. Each student is carefully advised and classes are traditionally quite small. Multidisciplinary research and course offerings that increase scientific breadth and innovation are hallmarks of the program.  In addition to academic and technical development, our department also offers several outlets for professional and social development.

For more information, contact the Director of Graduate Studies. Dr. Art Bragg Office: Remsen 221 410-516-5616 [email protected]

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The goal of the Chemistry PhD is to prepare students for careers in science as researchers and educators by expanding their knowledge of chemistry while developing their ability for critical analysis, creativity, and independent study. A high graduation rate in an average of just over five years can be attributed to the quality of applicants admitted, the flexibility of our program of study, the opportunity for students to begin research in the first year, and the affordability of education made possible by our generous financial support policies.

Program Overview

Programs of study are tailored to the needs of individual students, based on their prior training and research interests. However, progress to a degree is generally similar for all students. During the first year, students take courses, begin their teaching apprenticeships, choose research advisors, and embark on their thesis research; students whose native language is not English must pass an English proficiency examination. Beginning the first summer, the emphasis is on research, although courses of special interest may be taken throughout a student's residency. In the second year, there is a departmental examination which includes a written research proposal and an oral defense of the research proposal. In the third year, students advance to candidacy for the doctorate by defending the topic, preliminary findings, and future research plans for their dissertation. Subsequent years focus on thesis research and writing the dissertation. Most students graduate during their fifth year.

Research Opportunities

Research opportunities for graduate students are comprehensive and interdisciplinary, spanning inorganic, organic, physical, analytical, computational, and theoretical chemistry; surface and materials chemistry; and atmospheric and environmental chemistry. Please refer to the faculty pages for full descriptions of the ongoing research in our department. State-of-the-art facilities and laboratories support these research programs.

At UCSD, chemists and biochemists are part of a thriving community that stretches across campus and out into research institutions throughout the La Jolla and San Diego area, uniting researchers in substantive interactions and collaborations.

Special Training Programs

Interdisciplinary research and collaboration at UCSD is enhanced through a variety of training grants. These programs provide financial support for exceptional graduate and postdoctoral scholars and also unite researchers from across campus and throughout the La Jolla research community in special seminars, retreats, and courses. Doctoral students are usually placed on training grants in their second year or later.

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Teaching apprenticeships are a vital and integral part of graduate student training, and four quarters of teaching are required. See the Teaching Assistants page to apply. Students can gain experience teaching both discussion and laboratory sections. Excellence in teaching is stressed, and the department provides a thorough training program covering both fundamentals and special techniques for effective instruction. Further training is provided by the Teaching and Learning Commons on campus. Performance is evaluated every quarter, and awards are bestowed quarterly for outstanding teaching performance.

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Students in good academic standing receive a 12-month stipend; fees and tuition are also provided. Support packages come from a variety of sources, including teaching and research assistantships, training grants, fellowships, and awards. Special fellowships are awarded to outstanding students based on their admission files. See Ph.D. Program Support Policy for more information.

Health and Dental Plan

A primary health care program, major medical plan, and dental plan are among the benefits provided by the University's registration fee (see Graduate Student Health Insurance Program, GSHIP) . Minor illnesses and injuries can usually be treated at the Student Health Center . Counseling is provided free of charge through Counseling and Psychological Services .

Creative, bright, and motivated students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We admit for the Fall quarter entrance only. See UCSD Ph.D. Admissions FAQ page for full information.

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Graduates typically obtain jobs in academia or in the chemical industry. Many take postdoctoral research positions in academic institutions and national laboratories that lead to future academic or industrial careers at other prestigious institutions. Our faculty and Student Affairs staff provide career advising and job placement services. The department's Industrial Relations program assists students with placement in industrial positions. UCSD's Career Services Center provides many resources for students, including the chance to videotape yourself in a mock interview!

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The Ph.D. program in the Department of Chemistry offers wide opportunity and unusual flexibility for advanced study and research and is designed to encourage individuality, independence, and excellence in students.

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Most students select their research advisor by the winter quarter of their first year and are engaged in research by spring. The department has neither a system of cumulative examinations nor a written major examination. There are relatively few course requirements and great flexibility in the course of study. The barriers for research between departments are low. Students in the Department of Chemistry often take courses in other departments and can even earn a degree in chemistry for research that has been done under the supervision of a member of another department. Students are encouraged to fashion special programs of study under the guidance of the faculty.

Year 1: In the first year, students must satisfactorily complete six graduate-level courses in the Department of Chemistry or approved courses in other departments with a B average. The department organizes presentations from faculty during the fall and opportunities for lab rotations are available. There is also an optional rotation course in the Fall quarter of the first year, as well as a summer rotation experience for incoming student prior to the start of the program, to facilitate identifying an advisor .  Most students select their research advisor by the winter quarter of their first year and are engaged in research by spring. All candidates for the Ph.D. are required to participate in some form of teaching, typically serving as a teaching assistant for three quarters.

Year 2: Qualified students then prepare for the Ph.D. candidacy examination, which must be taken before the end of the fifth quarter in residence, normally in October. This examination is based on a student's written research proposal for their thesis work, which is due in September. Usually in October, the student presents their research proposal and progress-to-date to a committee, and discussed the background, goals, progress-to-date, and plans for future work. Based on the recommendations of the candidacy examining committee and the student's academic record, faculty vote on admission to candidacy.

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The UCI Department of Chemistry offers a traditional Chemistry foundation blended with research experience in emerging fields.  Areas of specialization include:

• Analytical Chemistry
• Atmospheric Chemistry
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• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry
• Nuclear Materials Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Theoretical Chemistry

Students primarily enroll into the Ph.D. program and are awarded a M.S. degree when they have completed the necessary requirements. The Ph.D. is granted in recognition of breadth and depth of knowledge of the facts and theories of modern chemistry and an ability to carry out independent chemical research. Chemistry Ph.D. students are competitive for top-level academic and industrial research positions, as well as many other career pathways.

Chemical and Materials Physics (ChaMP) is an interdisciplinary program between condensed matter physics and physical chemistry, which is designed to eliminate the barrier between these two disciplines. The goal of the concentration in is to provide students with a broad interdisciplinary education in the applied physical sciences that emphasizes modern laboratory and computational skills.

What Sets Us Apart?

The UCI Department of Chemistry is ranked 15th nationwide by Academic Analytics, which is based on the overall quality of the research program and faculty productivity. Our rich department history includes Nobel Laureate F. Sherwood Rowland, and amongst our current faculty are three National Academy of Science members, eight Beckman Young Investigator awardees, twenty-three Sloan Foundation Fellows, thirteen Dreyfus Teacher-Scholars, and eighteen NSF CAREER awardees.

UCI Chemistry Faculty members receive about $10M in new extramural research funding each year, with total funding on the order of $20M at any given time. The UCI Department of Chemistry is also home to one of nine NSF Centers for Chemical Innovation (CCI) programs: Chemistry at the Space-Time Limit (CaSTL). Steady resources have enabled the Chemistry Department to maintain and expand state-of-the-art instrumentation user facilities, including a laser spectroscopy facility, a mass spectroscopy facility, an X-ray crystallography facility, an NMR facility, a molecular modeling facility, and a nuclear reactor, all of which are staffed by Ph.D. specialists. These facilities are accessible to graduate researchers, some on a 24/7 open access basis.  

Home to more than 250 chemistry graduate students, the UCI Department of Chemistry offers a rich and dynamic research environment with an abundance of opportunity for collaboration. Students enjoy the benefits that a large, vibrant research community brings, while still receiving plenty of specialized and individual attention.  Faculty mentors and area advisors meet with students regularly to discuss research, plan coursework, and make sure students are making progress towards their degrees. In the past five years, over thirty chemistry graduate students at UCI have been awarded the prestigious NSF GRFP, another indicator of the quality of student research and individual faculty mentoring.

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PhD Program Requirements

The Chemistry Department offers a flexible program that allows students to select courses tailored to their individual background and research interests. Students also teach for two semesters.

As part of the requirement for a PhD degree, MIT requires a General Examination, with both an oral and written part. The Oral Examination for the PhD in Chemistry must be passed by the end of the fourth semester of graduate study. No other general written examinations are required. In particular, no qualifying (or entrance) examinations are given.

A final oral presentation of doctoral research is scheduled after the thesis has been submitted and evaluated by a committee of faculty.

Program Requirements

Coursework and teaching.

All chemistry graduate students are required to register for the appropriate chemistry seminar subject (5.913, 5.921, 5.931, or 5.941 depending on research area) each term. This registration carries with it the expectation of seminar attendance whenever possible. These seminars provide an important component to your graduate education and professional development

All students are required to teach for two semesters in their first year. During those semesters, students are required to enroll in a class to support their teaching (5.91 Teaching Experience in the Chemical Sciences).  

2nd Year Oral & Written Exams

MIT requires that all Ph.D. candidates pass general oral and written examinations in their field of study. For chemistry students, these exams occur in the spring of the second year. The faculty committee will (i) assess whether the student has progressed sufficiently to be on-track for obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Chemistry and (ii) provide constructive feedback to help the student reach their full potential during the period of study at MIT. Thus, the overarching purpose of the examination includes fulfilling Institutional requirements for Ph.D. students and evaluating:

1. Progress towards the PhD degree (coursework, research) indicating that the student is on track to receive a doctoral degree in Chemistry 2. General knowledge and understanding in the broad field of study and specific sub-area 3. Critical thinking, including the ability to use core principles to think through unfamiliar topics 4. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms, think logically and independently, and defend a point of view 5. Ability to formulate upcoming research plans and present a feasible timeline for progress towards completion of research goals 6. Overall scholarship

Thesis Committees

As the first step, second-year students meet with their research advisors to discuss which faculty might be appropriate as members of their Thesis Committee.  Thesis Committees must be composed of at least two other MIT faculty besides your advisor. Your Thesis Committee chair must be from the department of chemistry and in your area of chemistry (chemical biology, inorganic, organic, or physical). Please see the notes below if you are working in a research group outside the department and/or are co-advised. You are required to propose at least four faculty members as candidates for your committee in addition to your advisor, though you may propose up to six faculty members.  Students should fill out the online Thesis Committee Nomination Form by Friday, September 15, 2023 . Submitted forms are then reviewed by the Graduate Officer and a faculty advisory group who assign final Thesis Committees.  They will also choose one of these faculty members to be your Thesis Committee Chair.  This process is necessary to avoid the past problem of some faculty being assigned to an inordinately large number of committees. If you are listing any faculty outside the department, please contact them before submitting your form to confirm that they are willing to serve on your Thesis Committee and attend all relevant examinations and meetings. You do not need to reach out to any faculty within the department about serving on your thesis committee.

Students wishing subsequently to change their Thesis Committee, for reasons including significant changes in the direction of their research topic, should email Jennifer Weisman with the reason for requesting a change. Students must receive a positive response from the Chemistry Education Office in order for the change in committee to take effect.  Since changes in Thesis Committee membership can only be granted in unusual circumstances, students should contact the members of their committee to schedule the date for their oral defense well in advance of when they expect to complete their dissertation.

In the second year, each student’s research progress and intellectual development is evaluated through the Oral Examination. If a division requires an examination after the second year, Thesis Committee members also meet then. The thesis committee also meets for the Plan to Finish Meeting described below. Students (and research advisors) may arrange an additional meeting of the Thesis Committee in special circumstances by contacting the chair of the committee. Additionally, beginning in the second year of graduate study, each student meets with the Chair of their Thesis Committee at least once during the fall semester.

*Please note that if you are conducting research outside the department your Thesis Committee must be composed of at least two other MIT faculty besides your advisor and both must be from the Department of Chemistry. As noted above, your Thesis Committee chair must be in your area of chemistry (chemical biology, inorganic, organic, or physical).

Annual Meeting with Research Advisor

Under this system, research advisors are required to meet with each graduate student in their group who is in their second or later year to discuss the student’s intellectual and professional development over the past year and progress toward the degree. Prior to this meeting, students should complete Parts I-II of the required form on their own. Send the file to your Advisor the night before the meeting . At the meeting, students discuss their progress, future plans, and concerns with their advisor. The completed Graduate Student Annual Research Advisor Meeting form must be signed by both the student and their research advisor. Note that this is only a suggested format for the meeting. You and your advisor may choose a different format for the discussion as long as there is some written summary.

Annual Meeting with Thesis Committee Chair

Beginning in the second year of graduate student, each student meets annually with the Chair of their Thesis Committee. At these meetings, students update the Thesis Committee (TC) Chair on their on their research progress and general intellectual development in an informal and relaxed setting. The time, place, and format for this discussion is arranged between the student and Thesis Committee Chair. These meetings aim to encourage productive and stimulating discussions of science and to facilitate the development of further interactions between students and other members of the faculty besides research advisors. Students should keep in mind that these meetings are intended to focus primarily on academic and scientific matters, and that Thesis Committee Chairs are not bound by the same obligations with respect to privacy as are the Chemistry Department Mediators.

Plan to Finish Meeting

Updated October 2022

By June 1 st (and preferably before April 15 th ) of the 4 th year , each PhD student will participate in the Plan to Finish (PTF) meeting with their thesis committee. The purpose of the PTF meeting is for the student to discuss their timeline and plans for finishing a PhD.

In the 5 th year and beyond, if the student is not defending the PhD thesis by August 31 st of the 5 th year, the student will have another PTF meeting before June 1 st (and preferably before April 15 th ) of that calendar year, and the PTF meeting will be repeated annually until the year the student defends their thesis. Thus, a student who graduates in year five will have one PTF meeting, one who graduates in year six will have two, and so forth.

Before the meeting:  The student will prepare and share slides containing a summary of their research progress and their plans for research and completing the PhD thesis.

• Projects that will be wrapped up and/or relinquished
• Papers that will be written and/or submitted
• Opportunities for professional development
• Plans for after graduation
• The presentation should be succinct, not more than 8–10 slides total. These slides should include: (1) 1–2 introductory slides, one of which must display a proposed table of contents for the PhD thesis. The TOC includes the title for each proposed chapter and state of each chapter (e.g. “Experiments complete and manuscript published”, “Experiments nearly completed and manuscript writing in progress”, “Experiments ongoing”). (2) 1–3 slides per thesis chapter and associated future work linked to each chapter. (3) 1 slide summarizing future plans with a realistic timeline for completion of all the proposed activities (the PTF timeline).  Be sure to include the status of plans for after graduation. The student should consult with their research advisor in preparing the PTF timeline.
• The slides must be sent to the committee at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
• Meetings will be scheduled at the student’s direction and be organized by the research supervisor’s administrative assistant. These meetings are intended to be in-person, but teleconference can be used in special circumstances.

During the meeting: The meeting will follow the format below.

First, the student will provide a short (10-20 minute) presentation of their research progress and future plans based on their slides. Faculty will participate in discussion of the research and plans during this presentation.

Next, the research supervisor will be asked to leave the room so that the thesis committee can confer privately with the student.

Subsequently, the student will be asked to leave the room for a short period so that the committee can confer privately with the research supervisor.

The thesis committee will offer constructive feedback during and after the presentation and following the private discussions. The committee may request changes and/or revisions to the PTF outline as part of the discussion.

The plan to finish meeting will last ~1 hour altogether.

After the meeting:  The student will write-up a brief summary of the meeting, and submit it along with the PTF timeline and a signed PTF Form to the Chemistry Education Office as proof of completion. These items can be submitted as hard copies to the Chemistry Education Office or emailed to Dr. Jennifer Weisman .

• While the deadline to hold the PTF meeting is June 1 st , students are strongly encouraged to complete their PTF Meeting by April 15 th to avoid scheduling issues later in the spring. As a reminder, the research supervisor’s administrative assistant will schedule the meeting upon the student’s request.
• There is no possibility of failing the PTF meeting. The purpose of the meeting is fulfilled by the process of having it.
• Annual meetings with the research advisor are required every year, including the fourth year.

Graduate Student Exit Interviews

• Graduating students will be sent a list of interview questions by the Chemistry Education Office when the student joins the degree list. Instructions about scheduling a time for the in-person or virtual discussion will be included with other informational correspondence from the Chemistry Education Office regarding degree completion. Graduating students will perform their exit interview after the thesis defense so as to avoid making the interview an additional burden.
• For students departing the program without a degree, the interview questions and instructions for scheduling an in-person discussion will be sent by the Chemistry Education Office at the point in time that a date for termination of their appointment in Chemistry is determined.
• For the majority of departing students, this interview coincides with the end of the semester, but a rolling schedule of surveys is anticipated.

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Fall 2025 quarter (beginning in September)

Priority deadline 1: December 9, 2024

Priority deadline 2: January 15, 2025

Final submission deadline: July 15, 2025

International submission deadline: May 5, 2025

Priority deadline: Applications will be considered after the Priority deadline provided space is available.

Final submission deadline: Applicants cannot submit applications after the final submission deadline.

Degrees and GPA Requirements

Bachelors degree: All graduate applicants must hold an earned baccalaureate from a regionally accredited college or university or the recognized equivalent from an international institution.

University GPA requirement: The minimum grade point average for admission consideration for graduate study at the University of Denver must meet one of the following criteria:

A cumulative 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the baccalaureate degree.

A cumulative 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits (approximately two years of work) for the baccalaureate degree.

An earned master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution or the recognized equivalent from an international institution supersedes the minimum GPA requirement for the baccalaureate.

A cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for all graduate coursework completed for applicants who have not earned a master’s degree or higher.

Applicants must earn and submit proof of earning the equivalent of a baccalaureate degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a related field from a regionally accredited institution prior to beginning graduate coursework at DU.

Official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS), C1 Advanced or Duolingo English Test are required of all graduate applicants, regardless of citizenship status, whose native language is not English or who have been educated in countries where English is not the native language. Your TOEFL/IELTS/C1 Advanced/Duolingo English Test scores are valid for two years from the test date.

The minimum TOEFL/IELTS/C1 Advanced/Duolingo English Test score requirements for this degree program are:

Minimum TOEFL Score (Internet-based test): 80

Minimum IELTS Score: 6.5

Minimum C1 Advanced Score: 176

Minimum Duolingo English Test Score: 115

Additional Information:

Read the English Language Proficiency policy for more details.

Read the Required Tests for GTA Eligibility policy for more details.

Per Student & Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) regulation, international applicants must meet all standards for admission before an I-20 or DS-2019 is issued, [per U.S. Federal Register: 8 CFR § 214.3(k)] or is academically eligible for admission and is admitted [per 22 C.F.R. §62]. Read the Additional Standards For International Applicants policy for more details.

Application Materials

Transcripts, letters of recommendation.

Required Essays and Statements

Other Required Materials

We require a scanned copy of your transcripts from every college or university you have attended. Scanned copies must be clearly legible and sized to print on standard 8½-by-11-inch paper. Transcripts that do not show degrees awarded must also be accompanied by a scanned copy of the diploma or degree certificate. If your academic transcripts were issued in a language other than English, both the original documents and certified English translations are required.

Transcripts and proof of degree documents for postsecondary degrees earned from institutions outside of the United States will be released to a third-party international credential evaluator to assess U.S. education system equivalencies. Beginning July 2023, a non-refundable fee for this service will be required before the application is processed.

Upon admission to the University of Denver, official transcripts will be required from each institution attended.

Three (3) letters of recommendation are required.  It is recommended that these letters be submitted by individuals capable of assessing your ability to succeed in courses and research in graduate school, for example former chemistry professors and/or research advisors. Letters should be submitted by recommenders through the online application.

Essays and Statements

Personal statement instructions.

A personal statement of at least 300 words is required. The statement should include information concerning your life, education, practical experience, special interests and specific purpose for applying to the University of Denver. Describe your goals for attending graduate school. What areas of chemistry or biochemistry are you most interested in? What do you hope to do after you complete your graduate studies? Why do you enjoy chemistry or biochemistry? Describe any research or teaching experience you have had. Have you been involved in an undergraduate research project during the academic year or in the summer? Have you had a summer job or internship in a commercial lab? Have you had experience in teaching as a grader, a lab teaching assistant or a lab preparatory assistant? Specifically mention research groups at DU that you would be most interested in joining, and why. Share anything in your personal statement that you believe will help evaluate your application.

Résumé Instructions

The résumé (or C.V.) should include work experience, research, and/or volunteer work.

Additional requirements for this program:

Applicants may be contacted to schedule an admissions interview.

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International Degree Evaluation Fee: $50.00 Evaluation Fee for degrees (bachelor's or higher) earned from institutions outside the United States.

Applicants should complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by February 15. Visit the Office of Financial Aid for additional information.

Graduate Program

Programs: The Department of Chemistry offers programs leading to the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees. Research opportunities are available in a wide-range of contemporary areas of chemistry, including organic, inorganic, bioinorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry. Information about potential research projects are discussed on individual faculty homepages.

MS in Chemistry

The program aims to develop scientists able to perform independent research with moderate supervision in a subdiscipline of chemistry and to present the research results orally and in writing to an audience of peers.

MS Program Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate foundational knowledge in a specific subdiscipline of chemistry.
• Students will demonstrate knowledge of current research methods in their area of specialization.
• Students will be able to orally communicate the background for a research project and any current research results in an open forum.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to perform independent research, analyze results, and responsibly manage and disseminate data with moderate supervision as judged by the chosen research mentor.
• Students will be able to communicate research results through preparation of one or more manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals and successful completion of an approved thesis.

PhD in Chemistry

The program aims to develop scientists able to develop research projects and perform independent research with minimal supervision in a subdiscipline of chemistry and to present the research results orally and in writing to an audience of peers.

PhD Program Learning Outcomes

• Students will be able to orally communicate the background for their research project, any current research results, and a complete analysis of these results in an open forum and in front of a faculty committee.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to develop and prepare a written original research proposal at the frontier of the science and prepare and defend this proposal in front of a faculty committee.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to perform independent research, analyze results, and responsibly manage and disseminate data with only occasional advice and direction as judged by the chosen research mentor.
• Students will be able to communicate research results through preparation of several manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals and successful completion of an approved dissertation.

Specific Chemistry Department requirements are outlined in the Requirements for the M.S. and Ph.D. Degrees in Chemistry, our qualifying exam policy,   and general Graduate Degree requirements.  

Actuarial Science Graduate Certificate

Program at a glance.

• Part-Time or Full-Time Study
• 8–12 Months to Completion
• 10 Core Faculty
• No GRE/GMAT
• Tuition & Fees—Part-Time Study*: $12,320

*Based on 2024–2025 Boston University tuition and fees.

Expand Your Foundation in Actuarial Science

Building upon concepts covered in the -->Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Foundations -->, the Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Science at Boston University’s Metropolitan College further cultivates your ability to “think like an actuary” by developing problem-solving skills through exposure to a wide range of actuarial-related topics, notably interest theory and probability.

By completing the Actuarial Science graduate certificate, you will be able to work with complex actuarial models in insurance companies, consulting firms, and related industries.

Preparation for Professional Examinations

BU MET’s Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Science courses are designed to help you build an understanding of the subject matter while providing sufficient background to be successful in passing the following Society of Actuaries (SoA) exams: FAM, A-LTAM or A-STAM, and SRM. Passing these exams, and the units you will receive for successfully passing Mathematical Statistics (MET MA 582), will put you in a good position to receive an “Actuarial Science Foundations” micro-credential from the SoA. Students who follow the SoA exam track will typically work in fields such as life insurance, health insurance, long-term care insurance, and pension plans, all of which use the probability of mortality.

Society of Actuaries’ “UCAP-AC” designation

BU is the only university in northern New England that offers a master’s degree in Actuarial Science

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Why Study to be an Actuary at BU MET?

• Active Learning Environment:  BU MET’s Actuarial Science graduate courses ensure that you gain practical skills solving real problems alongside actuaries who work in the industry. A selection of programming and computer courses bring real-world examples into lectures, ensuring that you gain a deep knowledge of data tools and their application.
• Engaged Faculty:  BU MET’s Actuarial Science graduate programs are taught by SoA- and CAS-credentialed faculty who bring unique expertise and practical insight into the classroom, using actual actuarial problems as examples to supplement course material.
• Extensive Network:  Graduates of BU MET Actuarial Science programs benefit from faculty members’ connections to the industry and from a local pool of successful, practicing alumni who work for organizations such as Willis Towers Watson, Blue Cross Blue Shield, John Hancock, Liberty Mutual, and the Massachusetts Department of Insurance.
• Exam Preparation: Courses in the Actuarial Science graduate certificate program are geared to prepare students for success in passing the following SoA exams: FAM, A-LTAM or A-STAM, and SRM.
• Student Support:  Enjoy an exceptional student-to-instructor ratio, ensuring close interaction in the classroom with faculty mentors. The program’s faculty are readily available for advice and support.
• Valuable Resources:  Make use of Boston University’s extensive resources, including the  Center for Career Development ,  Educational Resource Center ,  Fitness & Recreation Center ,  IT Help Centers ,  Mugar Memorial Library ,  Center for Antiracist Research ,  Howard Thurman Center for Common Ground ,  George Sherman Union , and many others.
• Flexible Schedule:  Study at the pace that works for you. Complete the program in as little as one year or take one or two courses per semester and complete the certificate over several years—ideal for students who are working full time. Students may begin the program in the fall, spring, or summer semester.
• Track Record:  Learn from the best. BU MET’s master’s degree program in Actuarial Science has been graduating successful actuarial students for over 25 years.

Master the Tools of the Actuarial Science Profession

Metropolitan College will help you acquire the skills you need to become a successful actuary in today’s competitive job market. With the MS in Actuarial Science and its concentrations in Finance and Insurance , along with the -->Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Foundations --> and Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Science, BU MET provides an excellent academic foundation and practical exposure to real-world business environments.

If you have an analytical mind and enjoy working with financial theory, a career as an actuary could be an excellent opportunity for you. Actuarial science uses a combination of statistics, mathematics, economics, finance, data science, and other fields to allow actuaries to make crucial policy decisions in an unpredictable business world. With this specialized knowledge comes enhanced compensation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median salary for recent actuarial science graduates is higher than the average for other professions. And, the  BLS predicts a 23 percent increase in opportunities through 2032.

With a faculty made up of academic actuaries, practicing actuaries, and actuaries who have extensive real-world experience, BU MET’s programs in Actuarial Science help you develop the skills you need to become a credentialed actuary. You will gain a solid academic foundation through specialized courses in actuarial science, data science, finance, and related fields. You will also benefit from being exposed to current business and economic practices while examining the fiscal and ethical dilemmas encountered in the process of business decision-making.

Located in one of the nation’s top financial and insurance centers, Boston University is the only university in New England that offers a master’s degree in Actuarial Science, providing an unmatched environment to learn and to find both internships and full-time employment. BU’s Actuarial Science program has the  Society of Actuaries’ “UCAP-AC” designation and BU has Bronze Level recognition from the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) University Recognition Program for demonstrated commitment to preparing future property and casualty actuaries through its educational offerings. You can take courses to receive “Validation by Educational Experience (VEE)” credit from the SoA and CAS. By taking VEE courses, which also count toward the master’s in Actuarial Science degree, you have an advantage when seeking employment.

Graduate with Expertise in Complex Actuarial Models

Metropolitan College’s Actuarial Science graduate certificate will equip you with:

• An understanding of the mathematical basis for actuarial modeling in life, property, and casualty insurance.
• The ability to use the basics of actuarial practice in developing complex actuarial models for pricing, reserving, evaluating, and designing a variety of insurance and financial products.
• The expertise to pass advanced actuarial exams on Fundamentals of Actuarial Science, Long Term Actuarial Models, Short Term Actuarial Models, and Statistics for Risk Modeling.
• Obtain the background to achieve the VEE credential in mathematical statistics.

Certificate-to-Degree Pathway

Graduate certificate in actuarial science curriculum, core courses, met at 531 fundamentals of actuarial mathematics.

Prerequisites: MET MA 581 or CAS MA 581; MET AT 521; or consent of instructor. - This course will cover the fundamentals of both long-term insurance and short-term insurance. The long-term topics will include insurance, annuities, and premiums for from both a theoretical basis and the application of those models. The short-term portion of the course introduces modeling and will cover actuarial methods that are useful in modeling. Foundational principles of ratemaking and reserving for short-term coverages will also be covered. The material covered in this course may help students prepare for SoA Exam FAM.  [ 4 cr. ]

MET AT 743 Regression and Time Series

Undergraduate Prerequisites: CASMA582 or METMA582 Mathematical Statistics, or consent of instructor - Part I of this course will cover simple and multiple regressions, serial correlation, and heteroscedasticity, analysis of residuals, and stepwise analysis techniques. Part II will cover time series analysis including smoothing and extrapolation of time series, linear time series models, model building procedure, and forecasting, as well as case studies.   [ 4 cr. ]

MET MA 582 Mathematical Statistics

Graduate Prerequisites: (METMA581 OR CASMA381 OR CASMA581) - Interval estimation. Point estimation including sufficiency, Rao-Blackwell theorem, completeness, uniqueness, Rao-Cramer inequality, and maximum likelihood estimation. Tests of hypothesis: uniformly most powerful tests, uniformly most powerful unbiased tests, likelihood ratio test, chi-squared test, comparison of means and variances, ANOVA, regression, and some nonparametric tests.   [ 4 cr. ]

MET AT 771 Advanced Long-Term Actuarial Mathematics

Prerequisites: MET AT 531 or consent of instructor. - This course continues with the development of long-term financial models introduced in MET AT 531. Insurance Reserves are introduced, including methods for determining reserves, the impact of actuarial assumptions on the calculations, and the effect of real-world results that do not match those assumed. Multiple life and multiple decrement models are introduced, as are Multiple State/Markov Chains and pension mathematics. The material covered in this course may help students prepare for SoA Exam ALTAM.  [ 4 cr. ]

MET AT 781 Advanced Short-Term Actuarial Mathematics

Prerequisites: MET AT 531 or consent of instructor. - This course continues with the development of short-term financial models introduced in AT531 (“Fundamentals of Actuarial Science”). This course addresses severity, frequency, and aggregate models, and evaluation of both complete and incomplete data. The course also covers mathematical models for specific types of insurance, such as medical, automobile, and disability insurance. Credibility models comprise the final topic for the course, and the Classical, Bühlmann-Straub, and Bayesian methods are discussed. The material covered in this course may help students prepare for SoA Exam ASTAM.  [ 4 cr. ]

Actuarial Science Faculty

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Tuition & Financial Assistance

Competitive tuition, comprehensive financial assistance, how much does this program cost.

BU MET programs offer the flexibility of part-time study, either on campus or online. Tuition, fees, and total program cost are determined by enrollment status. Course enrollment in this certificate program is 1–2 courses (4–8 credits) in a semester, and tuition is charged the part-time per-credit rate .

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* Based on 2024-2025 Boston University tuition & fee rates. ** Cost per credit is determined by course number (100–599 = $550/credit, 600–999 = $975/credit).

Questions? Please contact us to hear from an Admissions Advisor who can help you determine the best enrollment pathway. For information regarding financial aid, visit BU MET’s Financial Aid page .

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Spatial Data Science Graduate Credit Certificate Program

The Certificate in Spatial Data Science prepares students who have prior experience with the application of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to research, design, and create novel analytical and visualization solutions to complex problems that intersect people and the environment. The program engages key theories, emerging research, and contemporary spatial analysis techniques so that students can develop new spatial data science software, analytical methods, and cartographic products to visualize and communicate analytical results.

Effective Semester: Summer 2024 Expiration Semester: Summer 2029

Admission Requirements

Applicants apply for admission to the program via the Graduate School application for admission . Requirements listed here are in addition to Graduate Council policies listed under GCAC-300 Admissions Policies . International applicants may be required to satisfy an English proficiency requirement; see GCAC-305 Admission Requirements for International Students for more information.

Intermediate-level experience with professional applications of geographic information systems is expected as pre-requisite knowledge. Coursework to establish that pre-requisite knowledge is available through related coursework and credentials offered in Geography, including its Postbaccalaureate Certificate in GIS program.

Certificate Requirements

Requirements listed here are in addition to requirements listed in Graduate Council policy GCAC-212 Postbaccalaureate Credit Certificate Programs .

Students earn the certificate by completing five courses -- three required and two electives. Students who successfully complete the program earn 15 academic credits.

Students admitted to the Department of Geography's Master of Spatial Data Science or Master of Geographic Information Systems degree programs may count up to 15 credits of certificate program courses toward their degree, subject to restrictions outlined in GCAC-309 Transfer Credit . Certificate students who wish to have certificate courses applied towards a graduate degree must apply and be admitted to that degree program. Admission to a Master’s degree program is a separate step and is not guaranteed.

Graduate courses carry numbers from 500 to 699 and 800 to 899. Advanced undergraduate courses numbered between 400 and 499 may be used to meet some graduate degree requirements when taken by graduate students. Courses below the 400 level may not. A graduate student may register for or audit these courses in order to make up deficiencies or to fill in gaps in previous education but not to meet requirements for an advanced degree.

Learning Outcomes

• KNOW: Graduates will be able to characterize the state of the art in spatial data science methodologies and technologies.
• APPLY/CREATE: Graduates will be able to create new analytical and visualization solutions to complex spatial data science problems that intersect people and the environment.
• COMMUNICATE: Graduates will demonstrate effective scientific writing, presentation, and cartographic communication skills.
• THINK: Graduates will be able to explain and contextualize the distinguishing characteristics of spatial data sources, spatial analysis methods, and geographic visualizations.
• PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE: Graduates will be able to evaluate spatial data science problems to address ethical and professional challenges.

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• Accounting - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD )
• Actuarial Science - Master of Actuarial Science (MActSc)
• Actuarial Science - Master of Math (MMath)
• Actuarial Science - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Anthropology (Public Issues) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Applied Mathematics - Master of Math (MMath)
• Applied Mathematics (Aeronautics) - Master of Math (MMath)
• ​ Applied Mathematics (Quantum Information) - Master of Math (MMath)
• Applied Mathematics (Water) - Master of Math (MMath)
• Applied Mathematics - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Applied Mathematics (Aeronautics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Applied Mathematics (Quantum Information) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Applied Mathematics (Water) - Doctor of Philosopy (PhD)
• Architecture - Master of Architecture (MArch)
• Architecture (Water) - Master of Architecture (MArch)
• Biology - Master of Science (MSc)
• Biology (Water) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Biology - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Biology (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 
• Biostatistics - Master of Math (MMath)
• Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology - Master of Business, Entrepreneurship and Tehnology (MBET)
• Business and Entrepreneurship - Graduate Diploma (GDip)
• Chemical Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Chemical Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Chemical Engineering (Water) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Chemical Engineering - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Chemical Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Chemical Engineering - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Chemical Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 
• Chemical Engineering (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 
• Chemistry - Master of Science (MSc)
• Chemistry (Co-op) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Chemistry (Nanotechnology) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Chemistry (Quantum Information) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Chemistry - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Chemistry (Co-op) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Chemistry (Nanotechnology) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Chemistry (Quantum Information) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Civil Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Civil Engineering (Water) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Civil Engineering - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Civil Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Civil Engineering (Nuclear Engineering) - Master of Engineering (MEng) 
• Civil Engineering - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Civil Engineering (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Classical Studies - Master of Arts (MA)
• Climate Change - Master of Climate Change (MCC )
• Climate Risk Management - Graduate Diploma (GDip) (Online)
• Combinatorics and Optimization - Master of Math (MMath)
• Combinatorics and Optimization (Co-op) - Master of Math (MMath)
• Combinatorics and Optimization (Quantum Information) - Master of Math (MMath)
• Combinatorics and Optimization - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Combinatorics and Optimization (Quantum Information) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Computational Mathematics - Master of Math (MMath)
• Computational Mathematics (Co-op) - Master of Math (MMath)
• Computer Science - Master of Math (MMath)
• Computer Science (Quantum Information) - Master of Math (MMath)
• Computer Science - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Computer Science (Quantum Information) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Data Analytics - Graduate Diploma (GDip)
• Data Science - Master of Math (MMath)
• Data Science and Artificial Intelligence - Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MDSAI)
• Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Co-op) - Master of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (MDSAI)
• Development Practice - Master of Development Practice (MDP)
• Digital Experience Innovation - Master of Digital Experience Innovation (MDEI) (O nline)
• Earth Sciences - Master of Science (MSc)
• Earth Sciences (Water) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Earth Sciences - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Earth Sciences (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Economic Development and Innovation - Master of Economic Development and Innovation (MEDI )
• Economics - Master of Arts (MA)
• Economics (Co-op) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Economics (Water) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Economics (Water) (Co-op) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Economics (Applied Economics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Economics (Applied Economics - Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Electric Power Engineering - Graduate Diploma (GDip) (Online)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering (Aeronautics) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering (Quantum Information) - Master of Applied Science (MASc) 
• Electrical and Computer Engineering - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering (Electric Power Engineering) - Master of Engineering (MEng) (Online)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering (Aeronautics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• ​Electrical and Computer Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Electrical and Computer Engineering (Quantum Information) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) 
• English (Experimental Digital Media)- Master of Arts (MA)
• English (Experimental Digital Media) (Co-op) - Master of Arts (MA) 
• English (Literary Studies) - Master of Arts (MA)
• English (Literary Studies) (Co-op) - Master of Arts (MA) 
• English (Rhetoric and Communication Design) - Master of Arts (MA)
• English (Rhetoric and Communication Design) (Co-op)- Master of Arts (MA)
• English - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Entrepreneurship and Organization - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Environment and Business - Master of Environment and Business (MEB) (Online)
• Fine Arts (Studio Art) - Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
• French Studies - Master of Arts (MA)
• French Studies - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Future Cities - Master of Future Cities (MFC) (Online)
• Geography - Master of Arts (MA)
• Geography (Aeronautics) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Geography (Water) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Geography - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Geography (Aeronautics) - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Geography (Water) - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Geography - Master of Science (MSc)
• Geography (Aeronautics) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Geography (Water) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Geography - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Geography (Aeronautics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Geography (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• German - Master of Arts (MA)
• German (Intercultural German Studies) - Master of Arts (MA)
• German - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Global Governance - Master of Arts (MA)
• Global Governance (Aeronautics) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Global Governance - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Health Evaluation - Master of Health Environment (MHE) (Online)
• Health Informatics - Master of Health Information (MHI) (Online )
• History - Master of Arts (MA)
• History - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Kinesiology - Master of Kinesiology (MKin)
• Kinesiology and Health Sciences - Master of Science (MSc)
• Kinesiology and Health Sciences (Aeronautics) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Kinesiology and Health Sciences - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Kinesiology and Health Sciences (Aeronautics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Kinesiology and Health Sciences (Aging, Health and Well-Being) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Management Sciences - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Management Sciences - Master of Management Sciences (MMSc)
• Management Sciences (Co-op) - Master of Management Sciences (MMSc)
• Management Sciences (Management of Technology) - Master of Management Sciences (MMSc) (Online)
• Management Sciences - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Mathematics for Teachers - Master of Mathematics for Teachers (MMT) (Online)
• Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (Co-op) - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Peace and Conflict Studies - Master of Peace and Conflict Studies (MPACS) (Conrad Grebel University College)
• Pharmacy - Master of Science (MSc)
• Pharmacy - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Philosophy - Master of Arts (MA)
• Philosophy - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Philosophy (Applied Philosophy) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Physics - Master of Science (MSc)
• Physics (Nanotechnology) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Physics (Quantum Information) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Physics - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Physics (Nanotechnology) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Physics (Quantum Information) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Planning - Master of Arts (MA)
• Planning (Aeronautics) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Planning - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Planning (Aeronautics) - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Planning - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Political Science - Master of Arts (MA)
• Political Science - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Psychology - Master of Arts (MA)
• Psychology (Aeronautics) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Psychology  (Developmental and Communication Science) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Psychology (Industrial and Organizational Psychology) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Psychology - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Public Health - Master of Public Health (MPH) (Online)
• Public Health Sciences - Master of Science (MSc)
• Public Health Sciences (Water) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Public Health Sciences - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Public Health Sciences (Aging, Health and Well-Being) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Public Health Sciences (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Public Service - Master of Public Service (MPS )
• Public Service (Co-op) - Master of Public Service (MPS)
• Pure Mathematics - Master of Math (MMath)
• Pure Mathematics (Quantum Information) - Master of Math (MMath)
• Pure Mathematics - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Pure Mathematics (Quantum Information) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Quantitative Finance - Master of Quantitative Finance (MQF)
• Recreation and Leisure Studies - Master of Arts (MA)
• Recreation and Leisure Studies - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Recreation and Leisure Studies (Aging, Health and Well-Being) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Religious Studies - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Social and Ecological Sustainability - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Social and Ecological Sustainability - Master of Environmental Studies (MES) (Internship)
• Social and Ecological Sustainability (Water) - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Social and Ecological Sustainability - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Social and Ecological Sustainability (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Social and Legal Studies - Master of Arts (MA)
• Social and Legal Studies (Co-op) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Social Work - Master of Social Work (MSW) (Online)
• Sociology - Master of Arts (MA)
• Sociology (Co-op) - Master of Arts (MA)
• Sociology - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Sociology (Co-op) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Statistics - Master of Math (MMath)
• Statistics - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Statistics (Biostatistics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Sustainability Management - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Sustainability Management (Aeronautics) - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Sustainability Management (Water) - Master of Environmental Studies (MES)
• Sustainability Management - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Sustainability Management (Aeronautics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Sustainability Management (Water) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Systems Design Engineering - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Systems Design Engineering (Aeronautics) - Master of Applied Science (MASc)
• Systems Design Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Master of Applied Science (MASc) 
• Systems Design Engineering - Master of Engineering (MEng)
• Systems Design Engineering - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Systems Design Engineering (Aeronautics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Systems Design Engineering (Nanotechnology) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Taxation - Master of Taxation (MTax)
• Taxation (Co-op) - Master of Taxation (MTax )
• Theological Studies - Master of Theological Studies (MTS) (Conrad Grebel University College)
• Vision Science - Master of Science (MSc) 
• Vision Science (Aeronautics) - Master of Science (MSc)
• Vision Science - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Vision Science (Aeronautics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Finding the right fit: a guide for prospective graduate students

Graduate Programs

Take your education to the next level.

Pursuing a graduate degree at The University of Scranton is not just about earning a credential—it's about transforming yourself into a more knowledgeable, skilled, and confident professional prepared to make a meaningful impact in your field. 

Why Scranton?

Whether you prefer to study full-time or part-time, on campus or online, Scranton provides opportunities to earn your degree while accommodating your personal and professional commitments.

• Our 30+ programs are designed to provide the necessary foundation and expertise to advance in your current field or transition to a new one.
• With classes capped at 20 students, you’ll join a community of highly motivated peers, as well as study alongside faculty who are experts in their fields and bring real-world relevance, industry connections, and mentorship and guidance to every class.
• Our commitment to the Jesuit values of ethics and social responsibility not only shapes the educational experience at Scranton but also prepares graduates to lead meaningful lives of purpose, service, and leadership in their chosen fields and communities.

It's a significant investment in yourself that can lead to increased marketability and earnings, as well as open doors to new career possibilities.

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Learn how to succeed and drive your organization’s HR performance in areas, such as decision-making, strategic planning, compensation, benefits, and more.

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Learn about forecasting, staffing, work measurement, capacity/aggregate planning, inventory management and more from faculty with years of experience in their fields.

Social Sciences

Gain knowledge that will enable you to better understand the depths of the human condition through our graduate programs in the social sciences. 

Conduct research while working closely alongside faculty members who are leaders in their fields, in top-notch facilities, such as the state-of-the-art Loyola Science Center.

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Scranton is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education   (MSCHE).   The University has been recognized for its excellence by numerous national publications and organizations.

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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Marine Sciences

Master of science (ms) in oceanography.

Develop your research and inquiry skills for a career in marine sciences or to pursue advanced graduate studies.

Admissions Requirements

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Program Details

The Master of Science (MS) in Oceanography is offered as a research-oriented Plan A (thesis) program and as a course-based Plan B program. While many students go onto advanced graduate studies, others pursue careers with state and federal agencies, educational institutions, and environmental consulting firms.

We offer graduate courses in several specialties, including:

• Biological oceanography .
• Physical oceanography .
• Chemical/geological oceanography .

Nearly all students accepted into our program receive a graduate assistantship , which includes a tuition waiver, stipend , and optional medical benefits. Find more information on our Financial Aid page. Students not supported on graduate assistantships are accepted with other funding sources (e.g., NSF-GFRP and GI Bill).

Application Deadlines

Fall semester.

Priority deadline: Jan. 5 . Applications accepted through July.

Spring Semester

Priority deadline: Oct. 1

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Degree Requirements

Master of science (ms) in oceanography - plan a.

This program requires 21 credits of advanced coursework, including at least 12 credits of graduate MARN coursework, nine GRAD 5950 credits, and completion of a research project, the results of which are reported in a thesis. Most master’s students are in the Plan A program.

Master of Science (MS) in Oceanography - Plan B

This program requires 30 credits of advanced coursework, including at least 12 credits of graduate MARN coursework, and a final examination. No research project is required.

4+1 BS/MS Program

UConn students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in marine sciences can apply to use up to 12 credits of graduate coursework taken as an undergraduate towards both their BS and MS. For students in the accelerated program, the MS degree (Plan B) can be earned in a single year after finishing the BS. Find more information on the program page .

Our academic program is developed around a two-tiered structure:

• Four courses (MARN 5010 Biological Oceanography, MARN 5030 Chemical Oceanography, MARN 5050 Marine Geology, and MARN 5065 Physical Oceanography) are designed to provide a core understanding of the basic sub-disciplines of oceanography.
• A series of more specialized courses are offered to meet the student's individual needs and goals.

We recommend that all students in our program take the core courses, since the field is multidisciplinary and requires a broad knowledge of oceanography.

Graduate Course Catalog

While it is recommended that students directly contact our faculty to identify a potential major advisor, the following contact information can be used for general questions about graduate studies:

860-405-9152 [email protected]

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1. University Degree Requirements As identified in the General Academic Regulations section of the catalog

2. Admission to the data science and analytics major Admission to major standing in data science and analytics is competitive and requires an application for admittance into the major. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Overall GPA of 2.5 or above in all Grand Valley State University coursework.
• Completion of each course in the data science and analytics foundation with a grade of C or above (C- is not sufficient).
• GPA of 2.5 or above in the data science and analytics foundation.
• A minimum of nine credits of foundation must be taken at GVSU.

The data science and analytics foundation include CIS 161 , CIS 164 , STA 215 , STA 216 , MTH 204 , DSA 220 . Completing the data science and analytics foundation courses requires programming, mathematical, statistical, analytical reasoning, and communication skills. The data science and analytics foundation GPA is calculated on no more than one repeat per course. Achievement of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the major. Students are encouraged to apply for admission during the semester when enrolled in the last required foundation classes.

Data Science and Analytics Major Foundation Courses (18 credits)

• CIS 161 - Computing for Data Science Applications I (3 credits)
• CIS 164 - Computing for Data Science Applications II (3 credits)
• DSA 220 - Introduction to Data Science and Analytics (3 credits)
• MTH 204 - Linear Algebra I (3 credits)
• STA 215 - Introductory Applied Statistics (3 credits)
• STA 216 - Intermediate Applied Statistics (3 credits)

Required Courses (48 credits) Data science and analytics majors must complete the following courses with a minimum 2.0 GPA.

• CIS 263 - Data Structures and Algorithms (3 credits)
• CIS 320 - Visualization of Data and Information (3 credits)
• CIS 335 - Data Mining (3 credits)
• CIS 358 - Information Assurance (3 credits)
• CIS 378 - Applied Machine Learning (3 credits)
• CIS 360 - Information Management and Science (3 credits)
• COM 203 - Argument and Analysis (3 credits)
• DSA 390 - Ethics and Professionalism in Data Science (3 credits)
• DSA 490 - Internship in Data Science and Analytics (1 to 3 credits)
• DSA 495 - Data Science and Analytics Capstone (3 credits)
• MTH 201 - Calculus I (4 credits)
• MTH 205 - Linear Algebra II (3 credits)
• STA 321 - Applied Regression Analysis (3 credits)
• STA 418 - Statistical Computing and Graphics with R (3 credits)
• STA 426 - Multivariate Data Analysis (3 credits)
• STA 311 - Introduction to Survey Sampling (3 credits)

Elective Courses (9 credits) Data science and analytics majors must select nine or more credits of elective courses from the following:

CIS elective Choose one:

• CIS 331 - Data Analysis Tools and Techniques (3 credits)
• CIS 333 - Database Management and Implementation (3 credits)
• CIS 353 - Database (3 credits) OR CIS 365 - Applied Artificial Intelligence (3 credits)
• CIS 368 - Usability Design and Evaluation (3 credits)

Statistics electives Choose two:

• STA 301 - Questionnaire Design and Execution (3 credits)
• STA 310 - Introduction to Biostatistics (3 credits)
• STA 314 - Statistical Quality Methods (3 credits)
• STA 315 - Design of Experiments (3 credits)
• STA 318 - Statistical Computing (3 credits)
• STA 421 - Bayesian Data Analysis (3 credits)

Application Domain Courses (6 credits) Data science and analytics majors must complete 6 credits in an applied domain. Below is a non-exclusive list of pre-approved domain application courses.

• ANT 420 - Applied Anthropology (3 credits)
• ANT 305 - Methods in Biological Anthropology (3 credits)
• BIO 375 - Genetics (3 credits)
• CMB 451 - Bioinformatics: Tools and Techniques for Life Scientists (3 credits)
• CMB 452 - Computer Modeling and Drug Design (3 credits)
• CMB 460 - Genomics and Molecular Diagnostics (3 credits)
• ECO 300 - Data Analytics for Economics and Business (3 credits)
• ECO 385 - GIS in Urban and Regional Analysis (3 credits)
• ECO 400 - Econometrics and Forecasting (3 credits)
• GPY 307 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (3 credits)
• GPY 365 - GIS for Economic and Business Decision-Making (3 credits)
• GPY 385 - GIS in Urban and Regional Analysis (3 credits)
• GPY 407 - Advanced GIS (4 credits)
• GPY 470 - Digital Image Processing (3 credits)
• PLS 300 - Political Analysis (3 credits)
• PLS 350 - Comparative Public Opinion (3 credits)

Suggested Order of Coursework for a Major in Data Science and Analytics This suggested order of coursework assumes that students will complete the D.S.A. foundation and general education courses and apply for admission with the help of their advisor.

• Appropriate general education coursework (3 credits)

Second Year

• Appropriate general education coursework (12 credits)
• CIS 258 - Introduction to Cybersecurity (3 credits)
• STA elective (3 credits)

Fourth Year

• CIS elective (3 credits)

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• Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writingm, Distance Education (MFA)
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Creative Writers are at the heart of our cultural industries. Poets, novelists, screenwriters, playwrights, graphic novelists, magazine writers: they entertain, inform and inspire. For more than 15 years, UBC's Creative Writing program has been educating writers through distance education in a program which complements our long-standing on-campus MFA program.

A studio program with the writing workshop at its heart, the distance MFA focuses on the work created by students as the primary text. Through intensive peer critique and craft discussion, faculty and students work together with the same goal: literary excellence.

The MFA granted to distance students is the same degree as granted to on-campus students, and the same criteria of excellence in multiple genres of study apply.

For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website

What makes the program unique?

UBC's Optional-Residency (Distance) MFA was the first distance education MFA program in Canada and remains the only full MFA which can be taken completely online. It is designed to be uniquely flexible, allowing students across Canada and around the world to study writing at the graduate level while still living in their local communities and fulfilling career and family obligations.

The program is unique globally for its multi-genre approach to writing instruction: students are required to work in multiple genres during the course of the degree. As a fine arts program rather than an English program, students focus on the practice of writing rather than the study of literature. Students may work on a part-time basis, taking up to five years to complete the degree.

My time in the Creative writing grad program at UBC has given me the discipline and focus I need to complete long-form writing pieces and larger poetry projects.

Kwaku Darko-Mensah Jnr.

Quick Facts

Program enquiries, admission information & requirements, program instructions.

The optional residency MFA (distance) program only has a July intake.

1) Check Eligibility

Minimum academic requirements.

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements. Please review the specific requirements for applicants with credentials from institutions in:

• Canada or the United States
• International countries other than the United States

Each program may set higher academic minimum requirements. Please review the program website carefully to understand the program requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as it is a competitive process.

English Language Test

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application.

Minimum requirements for the two most common English language proficiency tests to apply to this program are listed below:

TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet-based

Overall score requirement : 90

IELTS: International English Language Testing System

Overall score requirement : 6.5

Other Test Scores

Some programs require additional test scores such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Test (GMAT). The requirements for this program are:

The GRE is not required.

2) Meet Deadlines

3) prepare application, transcripts.

All applicants have to submit transcripts from all past post-secondary study. Document submission requirements depend on whether your institution of study is within Canada or outside of Canada.

Letters of Reference

A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your academic ability and qualifications.

Statement of Interest

Many programs require a statement of interest , sometimes called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.

• Supervision

Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their thesis supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.

Instructions regarding thesis supervisor contact for Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writingm, Distance Education (MFA)

Citizenship verification.

Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.

4) Apply Online

All applicants must complete an online application form and pay the application fee to be considered for admission to UBC.

Tuition & Financial Support

Financial Support

Applicants to UBC have access to a variety of funding options, including merit-based (i.e. based on your academic performance) and need-based (i.e. based on your financial situation) opportunities.

Scholarships & awards (merit-based funding)

All applicants are encouraged to review the awards listing to identify potential opportunities to fund their graduate education. The database lists merit-based scholarships and awards and allows for filtering by various criteria, such as domestic vs. international or degree level.

Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA)

Many professors are able to provide Research Assistantships (GRA) from their research grants to support full-time graduate students studying under their supervision. The duties constitute part of the student's graduate degree requirements. A Graduate Research Assistantship is considered a form of fellowship for a period of graduate study and is therefore not covered by a collective agreement. Stipends vary widely, and are dependent on the field of study and the type of research grant from which the assistantship is being funded.

Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA)

Graduate programs may have Teaching Assistantships available for registered full-time graduate students. Full teaching assistantships involve 12 hours work per week in preparation, lecturing, or laboratory instruction although many graduate programs offer partial TA appointments at less than 12 hours per week. Teaching assistantship rates are set by collective bargaining between the University and the Teaching Assistants' Union .

Graduate Academic Assistantships (GAA)

Academic Assistantships are employment opportunities to perform work that is relevant to the university or to an individual faculty member, but not to support the student’s graduate research and thesis. Wages are considered regular earnings and when paid monthly, include vacation pay.

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Canadian and US applicants may qualify for governmental loans to finance their studies. Please review eligibility and types of loans .

All students may be able to access private sector or bank loans.

Foreign government scholarships

Many foreign governments provide support to their citizens in pursuing education abroad. International applicants should check the various governmental resources in their home country, such as the Department of Education, for available scholarships.

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The possibility to pursue work to supplement income may depend on the demands the program has on students. It should be carefully weighed if work leads to prolonged program durations or whether work placements can be meaningfully embedded into a program.

International students enrolled as full-time students with a valid study permit can work on campus for unlimited hours and work off-campus for no more than 20 hours a week.

A good starting point to explore student jobs is the UBC Work Learn program or a Co-Op placement .

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Students with taxable income in Canada may be able to claim federal or provincial tax credits.

Canadian residents with RRSP accounts may be able to use the Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) which allows students to withdraw amounts from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSPs) to finance full-time training or education for themselves or their partner.

Please review Filing taxes in Canada on the student services website for more information.

Cost Estimator

Applicants have access to the cost estimator to develop a financial plan that takes into account various income sources and expenses.

Career Options

Graduates of the MFA program have found success in varied fields related to writing and communication. The MFA qualifies graduates for teaching at the university level and many graduates have gone on to teach at colleges and universities in Canada, the United States and overseas as well as holding writing residencies. Many publish books and win literary awards. Others go on to work in publishing, and graduates have become book and magazine editors.

Although the MFA is a terminal degree, some graduates go on to further study in PhD programs in the US, UK and Australia.

The Optional-Residency MFA is particularly well suited to teachers: our teacher-students have been able to gain an advanced degree while continuing their careers.

• Research Supervisors

This list shows faculty members with full supervisory privileges who are affiliated with this program. It is not a comprehensive list of all potential supervisors as faculty from other programs or faculty members without full supervisory privileges can request approvals to supervise graduate students in this program.

• Belcourt, Billy-Ray (Fiction; Nonfiction; Poetry)
• French, Whitney (memory, loss, technology, and nature)
• Hopkinson, Nalo (Creative writing, n.e.c.; Humanities and the arts; Creative Writing: Speculative Ficton, Fantasy, Science Fiction, especially Other Voices)
• Irani, Anosh
• Koncan, Frances
• Leavitt, Sarah (Autobiographical comics; Formal experimentation in comics; Comics pedagogy)
• Lee, Nancy (Fiction; Creative Writing)
• Lyon, Annabel (Novels, stories and news)
• Maillard, Keith (Fiction, poetry)
• Marzano-Lesnevich, Alex (Nonfiction)
• McGowan, Sharon (Planning of film productions from concept to completion)
• Medved, Maureen (Fiction, writing for screen)
• Nicholson, Cecily (Languages and literature; Poetry)
• Ohlin, Alix (Fiction; Screenwriting; Environmental writing)
• Pohl-Weary, Emily (Fiction; Writing for Youth)
• Svendsen, Linda (Script development; Novels, stories and news; Writing for Television; Fiction)
• Taylor, Timothy (fiction and nonfiction)
• Vigna, John (Novels, stories and news; Fiction, Literary Non-Fiction, Creative Writing)

Related Programs

Same specialization.

• Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing (MFA)

Same Academic Unit

• Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Theatre (MFA)
• Master of Fine Arts in Film Production and Creative Writing (MFA)

At the UBC Okanagan Campus

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Further Information

Specialization.

Creative Writing combines the best of traditional workshop and leading-edge pedagogy. Literary cross-training offers opportunities in a broad range of genres including fiction, poetry, screenplay, podcasting, video game writing and graphic novel.

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