Undergraduate Programs

The Department of Chemistry offers major and minor programs of study for students receiving the bachelor of science (B.S.) degree. The curriculum for the B.S. in chemistry degree is approved by the American Chemical Society. There is also an ACS-approved program offering a B.S. degree in Chemistry following a Biochemistry track. An honors program exists for chemistry majors. There are also programs for premedical, predental, and preoptometry preparation. Information about chemistry courses and requirements for a chemistry major can be found at:

Graduates from our department tend to have strong credentials and typically go on to medical school or graduate studies in Chemistry. Many of alumni have graduated with top honors from the University. We are currently in the process of compiling a list of our alumni, which includes honors and what our graduates are doing now. If you are an alumnus or have information about any of our alumni, please send information to .

SURP Program (NSF-REU site)

The Chemistry Department has run a Summer Undergraduate Research Participation (SURP) program for over two decades. The program allows students preparing to enter their junior or senior year to spend 10 weeks working with department faculty on modern research problems. In addition to working in research labs, students participate in seminars on current research, research instrumentation, and scientific ethics. A variety of social activities provide chances for students to interact with the faculty and students of the Chemistry Department.

Undergraduate Research in Chemistry

Undergraduate Awards

Careers in Chemistry - What can I do with a chemistry degree?

Post-Graduate Study - What can I do if want/need to stay in school?

Chemistry Major FAQ

Undergraduate Resources

Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society

Gamma Sigma Epsilon - National Chemistry Honorary

Summer Undergraduate Research Participation (SURP) Program

Chemistry Faculty

Director of Undergraduate Studies - Dr. Kevin Shaughnessy

Chemistry Department Alumni

2006-2008 Undergraduate Catalog | Chemistry Page

The University of Alabama Chemistry Course Offerings