Chemists study matter and the changes it undergoes to solve some of society’s most vexing problems. Some work on medicines to treat cancer and other diseases, while others develop materials to convert the sun’s energy to electricity. Still others develop polymers with applications in cleaning up pollution and creating a more sustainable environment.

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Undergraduate

We offer programs leading to degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science, both of which are suitable as terminal degree programs as well as for preparation for more advanced study in chemistry and related areas or as preparation for many professional programs in a variety of career fields.

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Graduate

The graduate program in chemistry is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in the fundamentals of the broad field of chemistry, as well as rigorous training in research and communication skills. Our graduates pursue careers in academia, at government laboratories and in industry.

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From Aggieland To LEGOLAND

Texas A&M helped Jennifer Chavez discover her passion for polymer science and launch a career that led her all the way to LEGO’s global headquarters in Denmark.

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Driven by curiosity and compassion, Kaitlin Tindel ’13 combined a love of science with a calling to serve—transforming her chemistry degree into a career that helps young patients thrive.

Clifford P. Kubiak, Distinguished Professor and holder of the Harold C. Urey Chair in Chemistry at University of California San Diego, smiling in an office with a display of the F.A. Cotton Medal for Excellence in Chemical Research in the corner.

UC San Diego Chemist Clifford P. Kubiak to Receive 2025 Cotton Medal

Dr. Clifford P. Kubiak, Distinguished Professor and the Harold C. Urey Chair in Chemistry at the University of California, San Diego, is set to be presented with the 2025 F.A. Cotton Medal for Excellence in Chemical Research. The award honors the late Texas A&M chemist Dr. F. Albert Cotton and his pioneering career.

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The Elements of Excellence

Faculty, students and staff in the Department of Chemistry take pride in their shared purpose of translating their passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. Our research at the forefront of emerging fields in energy, materials, synthesis and properties of new molecules has important applications across multiple disciplines and potential careers.

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Center for Chemical Characterization & Analysis

Center for Electrochemical Systems & Hydrogen Research

NSF Center for the Mechanical Control of Chemistry

Laboratory for Synthetic Biologic Interactions

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