Chemistry Degree

The chemistry degree program at Mount St Mary’s University 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 Maryland colleges that offer chemistry degrees.

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Mount St Mary’s University

Also known as Mount St. Mary's University

1700 East Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, MD

Mount St Mary's University is a nonprofit private institution located in Emmitsburg, MD and provides a large number of program options for students. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Mount St. Mary's University has a yearly student enrollment of over 2,100.

Areas of study offered at Mount St Mary's University include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Social Sciences
• Theology And Religious Vocations
• Psychology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1450 - 1760 for the SAT exam and between 19 - 23 on the ACT is common among students accepted to Mount St. Mary's University. This school admits about 70 percent of students applying yearly. Of those accepted, around 17 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at msmary.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $35,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,700 annually. Mount St Mary's University may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of grants and loans.

Mount St Mary's University offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Golf (NCAA Division I-AAA)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division I-AAA)

Contact information, academics information, programs, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.msmary.edu.

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

Salary & Wages

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 600
  • Average Hourly Rate: $62.00
  • Average Annual Salary: $128960

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

Salary & Wages

• Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
  • Total Employment: 840
  • Average Hourly Rate: $43.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $89770

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).