Overview

As the academic backgrounds and personal/professional goals of each student will differ, we anticipate significant diversity in the programs of study in the M.S. degree and therefore do not prescribe a rigid set of courses as prerequisites or requirements though we would ordinarily anticipate that the majority of the credits are taken in chemistry and related subjects at suitably high levels.

The Chemistry and Chemical Biology program from Cornell University, is designed for those who wish to obtain further education in the field of chemical sciences broadly understood, and to develop their ability for critical inquiry, independent research, and teaching. Research-degree students are expected to give evidence of mature purpose by initiating and pursuing their own programs; as such the award of the MS degree is contingent upon the completion of a master’s research project documented through the preparation of an archive document presented to the student’s special committee and to the Graduate School.

Key Facts

The Chemistry and Chemical Biology field expects MS students to obtain both breadth and depth in chemistry and related fields beyond that found in typical BA or BS programs.

Typically we will expect that the individual program will emphasize basic courses as required to provide the essential basis of a chemistry but to provide the depth and rigor which exceeds an undergraduate major.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Analytical Chemistry
Bio-Organic Chemistry
Biophysical Chemistry
Chemical Biology
Chemical Physics
Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Organometallic Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
Polymer Chemistry
Theoretical Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ithaca, United States

Disciplines

Chemistry Biology View 426 other Masters in Chemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Letters of Recommendation: two (minimum); three (maximum)

GRE scores are not required or accepted
Personal Statement: one page statement required
Resume
Writing Sample. There is no need to create a new piece of writing, and we would generally prefer not to receive an example of scientific writing. If you have any other sample of English writing--a history paper, an essay, a poem--of short length, that should be more than adequate.
TOEFL or IELTS English proficiency test for international applicants

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

29500 USD / year

≈ 29500 USD / year
Out-of-State

29500 USD / year

≈ 29500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

29500 USD / year

≈ 29500 USD / year

Living costs

Ithaca

United States

1128 - 2460 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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