Bachelor in Chemistry (Bachelor's)

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Students conduct hands-on laboratory work in their first year using research-grade instruments such as FT-NMR and X-ray crystallography. They work one-on-one with faculty on original research projects and present findings at conferences including the American Chemical Society Conference. The program emphasizes small class sizes with faculty teaching exclusively undergraduates. Students study general, analytical, physical, organic, and inorganic chemistry across a four-year curriculum.

Focus areas include Nanoscience.

The B.S. requires 132 credits with coursework in general, organic, analytical, physical, and inorganic chemistry, mathematics through differential equations, and a full year of physics. The B.A. includes the same core chemistry courses with 24 free elective credits. The nanoscience concentration adds 10 credits in materials chemistry and characterization.

Graduates enter careers in research and development, forensics, environmental science, education, and the pharmaceutical and health professions.

Applicants must submit an application, official transcripts, a personal statement, and letters of recommendation. SAT/ACT scores are optional. International students receive support for visas and English-language assessments.

The programme totals about 132 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 78% of applicants.

Manhattan College is a Lasallian Catholic institution guided by faith, respect, learning, community, and social justice. Students from all backgrounds are welcomed to develop academically and personally, with opportunities to grow as leaders and contribute to their communities. Campus housing, dining, counseling, fitness facilities, and supportive services help students settle into residential study.

Academic options are organised across the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. Arts and Sciences programmes develop critical thinking and research skills across the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Business students study finance, analytics, marketing, and entrepreneurship through hands-on learning and internships. Engineering programmes combine technical education with practical design experiences connected to New York City’s engineering and technology sectors. Internships, employer partnerships, and alumni connections are part of the academic experience across the schools.

Riverdale provides a quieter campus base in the Bronx, with tree-lined streets, cafés, and a strong campus feel. Van Cortlandt Park, covering more than 1,100 acres, is nearby. Midtown Manhattan is around 30 minutes away, giving students access to internships, museums, entertainment, cultural institutions, and networking opportunities. More than 80 clubs and organisations support involvement beyond classes, while the city and the Bronx provide opportunities to explore culture, history, food, and innovation.