Chemistry Degree

The chemistry degree program at Hartwick College offers students a chance to gain instruction on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the process of chemical change, and theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena. Students who graduate the chemistry degree program can seek a future in jobs or career paths such as forensic science, chemical engineering, biochemistry, environmental law, metallurgy, teaching, pharmaceuticals, petroleum and natural gas industry, oceanography, and more. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer chemistry degrees.

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Hartwick College

198 College Hill Rd, Clinton, NY

Hartwick College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Oneonta, New York, which is a predominantly rural area. Around 1,500 students enroll at Hartwick College yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Hartwick College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• Visual And Performing Arts

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1510 - 1810 on the SAT, or 23 - 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. 77% of those students that apply are accepted to Hartwick College, of which 13 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $40,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $5,500. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Hartwick College Hawks participate in a number of athletic programs, within the NCAA organization. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the Hartwick College website to see a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Chemists

Description

Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chemists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.6% from 2014 to 2024

Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).