Chemistry

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Program Description

Earning a Ph.D. in chemistry at Lehigh will enable you to confidently enter the world of professional molecular problem solving. The program provides an approach to graduate education that trains students to be successful independent scientists in an increasingly interdisciplinary scientific world. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to achieve high impact results on various important scientific issues.

Concentrations are offered in:

  • Analytical

  • Biochemistry

  • Inorganic

  • Organic

  • Physical 

Ph.D. students generally complete at least 4 years of full-time study, and work closely with faculty and peers to carry out cutting-edge research, advance their field, contribute to the scientific literature, and develop skills to tackle complex challenges. 

As a professional chemist or biochemist, you are at the heart of science, working to connect the physical sciences with life and applied sciences, such as medicine and engineering. 

Research 

Students engage in exciting research that ranges from exploring fundamental chemistry and biochemistry, to solving mission-based problems that are increasingly complex and transdisciplinary. Examples of research areas are: 

  • Energy and catalysis

  • Biomolecular structure and function

  • Molecular assembly, materials, and nanoscience

  • Chemical synthesis

  • Analysis and spectroscopy

Application Requirements

  • M.S., Chemistry

    • Completed online application

    • 2 letters of recommendation

    • official transcripts

    • bachelor’s degree from an approved institution

    • If applicable, English language proficiency test scores - Review full policy here

  • Non-Degree, Chemistry

    • bachelor’s degree from an approved institution

  • Ph.D., Chemistry

    • Completed online application

    • 2 letters of recommendation

    • official transcripts

    • bachelor’s degree from an approved institution

    • If applicable, English language proficiency test scores - Review full policy here

    Financial Aid

    • Teaching Assistantships / Research Assistantships / Fellowships - includes stipend plus tuition
    • Scholarships - tuition remission

    Department Contact

    Xiaoji Xu, Graduate Admissions Director
    xgx214@lehigh.edu
     

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