About the course

The MS program in chemistry provides students the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct specialized research in chemistry and related disciplines. An MS in Chemistry at CU Denver prepares you to succeed in a competitive PhD or health sciences program, and provides you with valuable experience required to secure a position in the pharmaceutical, biotechnological, or other specialty industries. Our graduates have gone on to Ph.D. programs, pre-professional schools and careers in academia, government and industry. Although degrees can be completed in as little as one year, all work must be completed within five years after enrolling in the first graduate class in the department. 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: 2 Semester(s)Fees: US$39,990

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

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Colorado - Denver

An undergraduate major in Chemistry or a ly related discipline is required, including two semesters of organic chemistry as well as training in analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, and inorganic chemistry. Students missing more than one of these courses may be limited in the tracks that they are eligible to select. Students missing more than one of these courses may be provided a provisional admission. An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (on a 4 point scale) is desired although each application is considered on its own merits.

　　The GRE examination is recommended but not required.

　　International students have additional admission requirements concerning immigration status, proof of financial responsibility and acceptable TOEFL or IELTS scores or completion of the CU Denver English as a Second Language Academy.

　　TOEFL minimum requirements are a composite score of 550 (paper based exam) or 213 (computer based exam) or 79 (internet based exam). For the internet based exam the minimums in each area are 15 for reading, 14 for listening, 19 for speaking an 20 for writing. The IELTS minimum requirement is a composite score of 7.0 with minimum scores of 6.0 for reading, 6.0 for listening, 6.0 for speaking and 6.0 for writing.

　　In addition, a demonstrated proficiency in spoken English is required of those who wish to become teaching assistants. Students must demonstrate proper spelling and use of the English language to obtain an advanced degree from the University of Colorado

　　Students currently in a BS program at CU Denver or elsewhere may want to consider the BS/MS option.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　The next application deadline is 15 October 2023

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