Hands-on Learning
Chemistry is more than lectures and textbooks. At Humboldt, you gain real-world experience and learn by doing—in the classroom, in the labs, and in the field.
Hands-on learning forms the basis of our program. In our close-knit classrooms, you’ll get to know your professors and get real-world experience and first class instruction. And you’ll connect with your fellow students in ways you wouldn’t at other universities. Our instruction and facilities are top-notch, and are all available to undergraduate students.
Small Class Sizes
Learn directly from your professors with one-on-one mentoring and advising, and welcoming, small classes.
A Career Path
Our students have the opportunity to specialize in a particular area of chemistry, preparing graduates for research positions in industry and governmental agencies. This is the type of program that sets you up for success, a fulfilling career.
Program Overview
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry.
Featured Alumni Profile
Smith Purdum, 2018
Chemist, EFI Global
I am a fire debris analyst for a private forensic lab in the Sacramento area.
Career Options
A degree in chemistry will provide a solid preparation for a broad range of occupations. A major factor influencing employability is preparation in a specialized field. We have active undergraduate research programs where you have the opportunity to specialize in a particular area of chemistry.
The research areas include: biochemistry, physical chemistry, molecular modeling, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, organometallic chemistry, floral-scents, molecular electronics, marine chemistry, aqueous chemistry, trace metal analysis, and atmospheric chemistry.
Organic Chemist
Inorganic Chemist
Analytical Chemist
Research Chemist
Clinical Chemist
Chemical Analyst
Lab Assistant/Tech
Research Assistant
Junior Chemist
Chemical Engineer
Toxicologist
Medical Technologist
Genetic Engineer
Nutritionist
Environmental Consultant
Fiber Chemist
Forensic Chemist
Criminalist
Agricultural Commodities Inspector
Food & Drug Inspector
Achievements
Find out what our students, faculty, and staff are being recognized for.
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