May 10, 2024  
2024-2025 University of Wyoming Catalog 
    
2024-2025 University of Wyoming Catalog

Chemistry, B.S.


The Bachelor of Science program (B.S.) provides an intensive study of chemistry appropriate for those pursuing careers in the chemical sciences.

University Studies Program


This degree requires that The University Studies Program 2015  requirements are met before graduation. Some of the courses required for this major fulfill USP requirements, but not all. Students should check their degree evaluations and consult with their assigned academic advisor to discuss their specific course plan.

Plan 1


(42 hours of chemistry)

Course Requirements


  • Credits: 1‑3 (Students need to complete 2 credit hours of CHEM 4930 total)                                                                                                                                                                                 
  • Additional upper-division chemistry credits: 3
  • Credits: 4
  • Credits: 4
  • Credits: 4
  • Additional USP requirements Credits: 14
  • Electives Credits: 44

Minimum Total: 120 Hours


Plan 2 (CACS)


(46 hours of chemistry)

Course Requirements


Program Supporting Courses: 18 Hours


A group of courses selected to further the career objectives of the individual student. These are chosen after consultation with the departmental adviser and must subsequently be approved by the departmental Undergraduate Studies Committee. A grade of C- or higher is required for all program supporting courses.

Minimum Total: 120 Hours


Additional Requirements


The BS in chemistry requires a minimum of 42 hours of chemistry.

See the “Prerequisite and MPE Cut Score Reference Chart” on the Math Placement website for the most up-to-date math placement equivalencies: http://www.uwyo.edu/mathstats/math-placement/.

Students taking CHEM 4010 or MICR 4321 as their C3 are not required to take CHEM 4000.