Chemistry Department

Chemistry Department

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  • Prepare for a rewarding science-based career as a chemist, researcher, health care professional, or teacher.
  • The number of jobs for chemists is projected to grow 6% by 2031.
  • The median annual salary for chemists and material scientists is nearly $80,000.
source: Bureau of Labor Statistics



BACHELOR DEGREES

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Education - Science, B.S. (Chemistry)

Students can earn a bachelor’s degree in Education Science, which prepares graduates for careers in teaching and qualifies them to apply for licensure to teach in grades 5 through 12. Students can concentrate their studies in Chemistry.




ASSOCIATE DEGREES

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Chemical Sciences - Chemistry and Biochemistry Concentration, A.S. Transfer

Students can earn an associate degree in Biochemistry, which prepares graduates for a research career in the life sciences and provides a foundation for further studies in medicine and veterinary care.

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Chemical Sciences - Food Science Concentration, A.S. Transfer

Students can earn an associate degree in Food Science, which prepares graduates for careers in food safety, environmental regulation, nutrition education, and product development. The program is designed for graduates to transfer to a four-year university to earn a bachelor’s degree.

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Chemical Sciences - Pre-Clinical Laboratory Concentration, A.S. Transfer

Earning an associate degree in Clinical Science will prepare graduates for entry-level positions in health care and medical sciences. The program is designed for graduates to transfer to a four-year university to earn a bachelor’s degree.

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Chemical Sciences - Pre-Dental Concentration, A.S. Transfer

Students can earn an associate degree in Pre-Dentistry, preparing graduates for transfer to a four-year institution and helping to set a strong academic foundation in preparation for dental school.

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Chemical Sciences - Pre-Optometry Concentration, A.S. Transfer

Students can earn an associate degree in Pre-Optometry, preparing graduates for transfer to a four-year institution and helping to set a strong academic foundation in preparation for optometry school.

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Chemical Sciences - Pre-Pharmacy Concentration, A.S. Transfer

Students can earn an associate degree in Pre-Pharmacy and Clinical Science, which provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills that prepare them for entry-level positions in various health care settings. The program is designed for graduates to apply directly into Pharmacy School and to earn a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree.

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CHEMICAL SCIENCES - PRE-VETERINARY CONCENTRATION, A.S. TRANSFER

Students can earn an associate degree in Pre-Veterinary, preparing graduates for transfer to a four-year institution and helping to set a strong academic foundation in preparation for veterinary school.

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Chemical Sciences, A.S.

Students can earn an associate degree in Chemical Sciences, which prepares graduates for careers in chemistry, biochemistry, dentistry, health sciences, food science, veterinary science, optometry, and pharmacy.

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Education - Chemistry Concentration (Grades 5-12), A.S. Transfer

Students can earn an associate degree in Chemistry Education, which prepares graduates for transfer into a bachelor’s-degree education program.

Have questions?

We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal goals.
Please reach out to us at VUADMIT@VINU.EDU or call 812-888-4313 for more information.



OUR FACULTY

Employee Portrait Employee Department Job Title Email Address
Aaron Bruck ImageAaron BruckChemistryProfessorabruck [at] vinu.edu
Ivana Peralta ImageIvana PeraltaChemistryProfessoriperalta [at] vinu.edu
Aiqin Fang ImageAiqin FangChemistryAssociate Professorafang [at] vinu.edu
Elizabeth Lowe ImageElizabeth LoweChemistryAssociate Professorelowe [at] vinu.edu
Teresa Tarbuck ImageTeresa TarbuckChemistryAssociate Professorttarbuck [at] vinu.edu
Toni Eagleson ImageToni EaglesonChemistryLab Supervisorteagleson [at] vinu.edu

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