Overview

Key facts

The Department of Forensic Chemistry is approved by the American Chemical Society. Chemistry majors at Sam Houston State University may pursue the Bachelor of Science for professional chemists that leads to American Chemical Society certification and prepares students for graduate studies in traditional chemical fields. Students interested in professional schools, chemistry associated industries, or secondary education may pursue the Bachelor of Science for other technical careers.

Learning outcomes

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with emphasis in Biochemistry-Biotechnology prepares students for careers in biotech companies in the Houston area and across the state and nation. The growing interest in Forensic Science has prompted the Department of Chemistry to offer a Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry that is designed to prepare students for careers combining a knowledge of chemistry and the legal system. Students completing this degree can pursue opportunities in various forensic labs across the country, or can continue their education either in the graduate program in Forensic Science, or in graduate programs that are more traditional.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Environmental Analysis

Agriculture
Biotechnology
Pharmaceutical Research
Waste Management
Energy Production
Forensic Science
Petrochemical Industry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-27 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-05-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International

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SHSU strongly encourages international students outside the U.S. to apply at least 90 days before the beginning of the semester for which they are applying.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Huntsville, United States

Disciplines

Chemistry Forensic Science Biochemistry View 1732 other Bachelors in Chemistry in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

Submit the ApplyTexas.org Application (International) and pay the nonrefundable application fee of $75 in U.S. currency via MasterCard, American Express, VISA, Discover Card, money order or check drawn on a U.S. bank.
Send official high school transcripts or college/university transcripts if applicable.
If transcripts are from a school outside of the U.S. the document must be translated and evaluated by a NACES accredited service or SDR Educational Consultants
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

23520 USD / year

≈ 23520 USD / year
Out-of-State

23520 USD / year

≈ 23520 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11370 USD / year

≈ 11370 USD / year

Living costs

Huntsville

United States

964 - 1786 USD / month

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