Bachelor in Chemistry (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2026-2027 academic year is $58,500 per year., and the application deadline for Bachelor in Chemistry (Bachelor's) is Nov 1, 2026.

This programme prepares students for careers in laboratory science and graduate study in chemistry-related fields. Students gain hands-on experience using advanced scientific instruments throughout their coursework. The curriculum emphasizes research from the first year, with opportunities to conduct independent projects. The programme is approved by the American Chemical Society.

The programme requires 120 credits, with all courses including laboratory components. Students complete a final thesis project as part of their capstone experience.

Graduates pursue roles in research laboratories, pharmaceutical development, environmental analysis, and continue to graduate or professional schools in chemistry, medicine, and law.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is recommended. Required documents include official transcripts and standardized test scores if applicable.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 59% of applicants.

Lake Forest College offers a small liberal arts setting in Lake Forest, Illinois, at 555 North Sheridan Road. Campus life includes student support and counseling services, science lab facilities, career programming, health and wellness resources, the Mohr Student Center, and opportunities for leadership and personal growth. Students can also take part in study abroad and domestic study-away programs, lectures, public events, and community-focused initiatives.

Academic study supports broad combinations of interests. Students may pursue double majors that connect areas such as music and data science, theater and neuroscience, African American studies and creative writing, or marketing and psychology. The college also provides opportunities in student research, critical thinking, the humanities, economics, business and finance, and other liberal arts fields. Graduate options listed among its programs include a Master of Accounting program and a Master of Arts in Teaching.

Lake Forest College connects its campus to Chicago through internships, trips, lectures, and cultural opportunities. The ACTIVATE: Summer Internship Program places students in downtown Chicago, where they reside in the College’s Chicago residential building, receive career preparation and mentorship, and complete an internship in the city. Career services include resume building, interview preparation, job-search guidance, events, workshops, and networking. The college states that 97 percent of students secure a career or graduate placement within six months of graduation.