Chemistry and Biochemistry Majors Student Research is an important part of our program. The Roanoke College Chemistry Department is proud to have that designation. Graduation from an ACS approved department is a mark of distinction for our students. The Chemistry ACS Certified B.S. Major.
Chemistry is one of the most important sciences.
It also has strong connections to biology, physics, math, and other scientific specialties. Some students pursue less traditional careers, such as photography, scientific journalism, or patent law. All students who complete our B.S. Chemistry degree meet the American Chemical Society standards to be certified graduates. Our department certifies each B.S. Chemistry graduate to the American Chemical Society, and appropriate certificates are issued. Note that MATH 121, MATH 122 and two units of physics are required prerequisites for these courses.