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Our innovative chemistry curriculum empowers students with critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills to take on complex problems. Chemistry majors have access to interactive lab equipment and the most common instrumentation to examine qualitative and quantitative data – all the while studying the societal and ethical aspects of modern science. Just as important as discovering solutions to important problems, you will learn to effectively communicate the results of your experiments in writing and presentations. The result: 100% of our chemistry majors are employed in the field or pursuing a graduate degree within six months of graduating. College of Saint Mary applauds young women who excel in science and math. This is why we offer the Marie Curie Scholars Program , a prestigious program that provides significant financial support and resources for academically talented young women interested in biology, chemistry or mathematics. You could receive up to $20,000 annually for four years! Degree Offered & Overview Degree Offered & Overview Choose a major below to view the academic description, curriculum, degree requirements and admissions requirements. Undergraduate Degree Offered Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry Minor Offered Minor in Chemistry Minor in Environmental Sustainability Program Details Program Details Start Date: August or January of each year Program Length: 4 Years View Program in Catalog View Program Information Sheet Faculty Faculty Meet the Chemistry Faculty Student Activities & Organizations Student Activities & Organizations Animals, Plants, & Nature (APN) Join fellow students from diverse backgrounds and majors who share your fascination for fish, wildlife, lush flora, towering trees, and the Great Outdoors in Animals, Plants and Nature club. APN allows all CSM students to explore the wonders of nature by participating in meetings, activities, guest speakers, field trips, and more. Discover, learn and experience the natural world like never before. Green Team If you’re passionate about making a real impact on our planet and creating a greener future, join the Green Team. Discover how you can be a driving force for sustainability. The Green Team focuses primarily on inducting sustainable practices on a campus-wide scale. This eco-friendly group fundraises for these projects and raises awareness about the different environmental issues and practices by hosting events for students. STEMinists Club Calling all curious minds and aspiring scientists! If you’re ready to explore the fascinating realms of math and science, the STEMinists Club is your ticket to a world of endless possibilities. This club strives to serve its members by finding outreach programs, hosting informative sessions about various career paths, and discovering math- or science-related opportunities. Career Outlook Career Outlook With your chemistry degree, you will be qualified to work in research as a chemist or lab technician or to pursue advanced education in the field. Chemists earn a median annual salary of $72,350. The U.S. Department of Labor anticipates a 3-7 percent growth in demand for chemists by 2022. You could also pursue opportunities as a technical writer, taking complex scientific information and research and writing about it for publications and journals. Technical writers earn a median annual salary of $67,900 and the U.S. Department of Labor predicts that the demand for technical writers will grow by 15-21 percent by 2022. Source: U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration Students Engage in Meaningful Research Evelyn, is a chemistry major and a forensic science minor, found her passion in research. Evelyn has gained experience working in a lab doing pharmaceutical research for cancer at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The research has heightened her interest in chemistry. “That’s something I want to do for the rest of my life,” Evelyn said, adding that she hopes to work in a lab following graduation and eventually seek her PhD. Read More About Evelyn's Experience at CSM Get Up to $20,000 a Year with Our Marie Curie Scholars Program Majoring in Biology, Mathematics or Chemistry? You may qualify for our Marie Curie Scholars Program! information [at] csm.edu (402) 399-2400 (800) 926-5534 7000 Mercy Road Omaha, Nebraska 68106-2377 snapchat pinterest Our Mission Sisters of Mercy Campus Map Campus Store Media Employment Facility Rental Complaint Processes Privacy & Terms of Use HEERF Grant Apply Schedule a Campus Visit! Copyright © 2026 College of Saint Mary. All rights reserved.