About the course

Our groundbreaking chemistry researchers are recognized as pioneers in colloid and fine particle research and discovery.

　　Many of our faculty enjoy an outstanding international reputation for their research accomplishments. Their diverse, yet complementary research interests provide you with a broad variety of research topics from which to choose, including bionanotechnology, smart surfaces and interfaces, functional and stimuli responsive materials, nanotherapeutics, diagnostics and biosensors.

　　The Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science at Clarkson University has a long-standing reputation for providing a first-class education in chemistry, material and biomolecular sciences, with core expertise in advanced materials, colloidal science, surfaces and interfaces, nanoparticle research, polymer science, biomaterials, bionanotechnology, bioelectronics and biosensors. Faculty members are associated with the New York State-funded Center for Advanced Materials Processing and several other interdisciplinary programs on campus. Strengths of our program include a highly collaborative research environment and established connections with chemical and advanced materials industries. These relationships can provide opportunities for technology transfer and potential employment for you. Departmental research is supported by federal grants, primarily from the National Science Foundation as well as New York State and private industry funding. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Potsdam
Fall (August), 2024	Potsdam
Spring (January), 2025	Potsdam
Fall (August), 2025	Potsdam
Spring (January), 2026	Potsdam

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Clarkson University

Application materials must include an official undergraduate transcript, resume, three letters of recommendation and GRE score results. Applicants must have

　　a BS and/or MS degree in chemistry or related field

　　demonstrated proficiency in English. All applicants must submit a TOEFL score unless their undergraduate or MS degree was in English language. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 80.

　　While there are no minimum GPA and GRE requirements, preference is given to applicants with research experience, a competitive GPA and higher TOEFL and GRE scores.

　　application form

　　resume and statement of purpose

　　letters of recommendation — three letters required

　　official transcripts

　　test scores — GRE* and a score of 80 for TOEFL/6.5 for IELTS (if applicable)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Clarkson University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

　　Pathway options to study at this institution

　　

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