Overview

The chemistry major at the University of Richmond provides a strong basic background in the major sub-disciplines of chemistry (analytical, inorganic, organic, physical and biochemistry).

Features

As a result, University of Richmond's Chemistry graduates are well equipped to:

Go on to the best chemistry graduate programs in the country

Enter the work force as chemists in industry and government

Pursue studies in the health professions, allied health professions and law

Proceed into careers as secondary school teachers

Develop careers in sales and marketing for technical industry

And countless other options

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pollutants in the Environment

Chemistry Detectives: Solving Real-World Puzzles

Biochemistry in the Real World

Catching Criminals with Chemistry

The Chemistry of Cooking and Modernist Cuisine

Chemistry in Art

Chemistry: Structure, Thermodynamics, and Kinetics

Organic Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Richmond, United States

Disciplines

Chemistry View 1761 other Bachelors in Chemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Fee – $50 USD.

One essay response is required.

An official high school transcript containing grades 9-11.

Secondary School Report

One recommendation letter from a school official is required, ideally from a school counselor.

Standardized Test Scores

Because the University of Richmond is need-aware in the admission process for non-U.S. citizens/non-U.S. permanent residents, we require an International Financial Certification to be submitted prior to rendering an admission decision.

To ensure that students are prepared for our rigorous curriculum, we recommend that a student whose first language is not English submit TOEFL results.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

65230 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 65230 USD per year during 48 months.
National

65230 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 65230 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

65230 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 65230 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Richmond

1071 - 1750 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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