(Pre-Dental, Pre-Medical, Pre-Optometry, Pre-Podiatry, Pre-Veterinary, Pre-Chiropractic, Pre-Pharmacy.)
Department Contact:
Chair: Dr. Pedro L. Muíño, pmuino@francis.edu, 814-472-3084
Coordinator: Dr. Edward Zovinka, ezovinka@francis.edu, 814-472-3373
Program Description:
The Chemistry major follows a curriculum that helps students acquire a strong foundation in basic concepts and principles of modern chemistry while gaining an appreciation of chemistry’s central role in society. All courses are taught and all research is facilitated by faculty members who are generous with their time and knowledge. Students can expect individual attention in their small lecture and laboratory classes. The course work is designed to help the student develop the critical thinking, problem-solving, laboratory, computer, data acquisition and analysis, and research skills needed to be successful in their future endeavors. The Pre-Medicine Concentration meets the demands of the students who plan to supplement the bachelor’s degree by enrolling in a Medical School.
Accreditation Statement:
The Saint Francis University Chemistry program has been approved by the American Chemical Society to offer ACS certified degrees. ACS may be contacted at 1155 Sixteenth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036; (202)872-4600; www.acs.org.
Estimated Completion Time:
Typically 4 years of full-time study
Total Credits Required:
128 credits minimum