Chemistry Master's

Master of Science (M.S.)

Explore both traditional and cutting-edge aspects of chemistry while preparing to advance scientific knowledge in any field.

From medicine and biotechnology to applied physics and materials science, advances in science today depend on an expert understanding of chemical principles. With a master’s degree in Chemistry from UND, you’ll have knowledge and skills that distinguish you as a researcher and a scientist.

Program type:: Master's Degree
Format:: On Campus
Est. time to complete:: 2.5 years
Credit hours:: 32

Why earn a chemistry master's?

Graduate Application Deadlines

Fall:: Aug. 1
Spring:: Dec. 1
Summer:: May 1

If you're an international student, refer to the international application process for deadlines.

As the foundation of all molecular sciences, chemistry plays an increasingly important role in advancing almost every area of scientific knowledge. The Chemistry master's program at UND gives you a broad education in chemical principles along with a targeted focus in one of the following specialties:

Analysis and applications
Theory
Synthesis

Thesis and non-thesis options are available for this program. Under the supervision of an expert chemistry faculty member, you'll conduct original research and present it in the form of an M.S. thesis. And you'll prepare to launch a career as a professional research chemist or chemistry educator.

Chemistry Master's at UND

Attend national and international conferences to present your research.
Receive financial support through a teaching assistantship.
Work with experienced faculty who regularly publish peer-reviewed research.
Present at least one departmental seminar.
Use state-of-the-art instrumentation.
Participate in our Chemistry Graduate Student Association and other student activities.

What can I do with a chemistry master's?

87K

Median annual salary for chemists and materials scientists, 2023

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Projected job outlook for chemists and materials scientists by 2032

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

UND's master's in Chemistry gives you concrete skills that are essential to professional success — including technical skills and the ability to communicate effectively. The majority of our graduates go on to careers as chemists in major industrial companies. Others become chemists at governmental agencies or academic institutions. Additional options include:

Applied Research and Product Development
Biotechnology
Chemical Health and Safety
Cheminformatics
Energy
Environmental protection
Pharmaceuticals
Materials/polymers
Quality Control
Toxicology
Water Chemistry

Chemistry Master's Jobs

A Chemistry master's degree gives you concrete skills that are essential to professional success including technical skills and the ability to communicate effectively. The majority of our graduates go on to careers as chemists in major industrial companies. Others become chemists at governmental agencies or instructors in academic institutions.

Additional options can be divided into five main sectors:

Industry
Academia
Government
Non-profit
Entrepreneurship

A master's in Chemistry also provides a great foundation for further study at the doctoral level.

Chemistry Master's Courses

Hands-On Experience

Conduct research in an environment tailored to help you achieve your goals.

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Check out the faculty you'll work with at UND or discover additional graduate education opportunities.

Department Contact

Guodong Du
Graduate Program Director
P 701.777.2241
guodong.du@UND.edu