CMU is accredited by the ACS to award degrees certified by the society. This accreditation is a result of rigorous examination by the society of our faculty, programs, library, and laboratory facilities. All transfer students who wish to complete major or minor programs in chemistry must demonstrate proficiency by completing appropriate course work at Central Michigan University as determined by the departmental major or minor adviser. Chemistry Major B.A., B.S., B.S. in Ed. Certain electives are required for American Chemical Society certification.
Electives are to be selected in consultation with and approved by a chemistry major adviser.
Students with inadequate high school preparation may find it necessary to complete additional MTH courses. These MTH and PHY courses are also recommended for students who do not desire ACS certification. The MTH and PHY courses must be completed prior to enrolling in Physical Chemistry. The student must have a minimum grade point average of 2.7 in those 33 hours of chemistry courses. Transfer chemistry credit will be accepted from regionally accredited institutions, but at least six of the hours must be CMU classes with a minimum grade point average of 2.7.