Chemistry and Biochemistry

Undergraduate Programs

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A degree in chemistry and biochemistry from UCSD can open the door for future success in the sciences. Our prestigious program will prepare you for any of a variety of careers, including graduate study, medical or professional school, and industry—including work in pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.

UCSD consistently ranks among the top schools in the country for graduating students certified by the American Chemical Society. Our alumni are accepted to the best graduate and professional schools in the country, and have gone on to establish successful scientific careers.

We pride ourselves on providing students with the individual attention that leads to academic success. Even with over 20,000 students enrolled in our classes each year and 1,400+ undergraduate majors, we still provide opportunities for individualized study, mentoring and advising from our faculty and staff.

  • American Chemical Society Student Affiliates (ACSSA)
    The ACS-SA holds frequent educational, career, outreach, and social events that bring together students, faculty, and industry. In fact, the ACS named them an Outstanding Chapter for the last four years in a row. An ACS-SA website is under construction.
  • UCSD Financial Aid Office
    Information on scholarships and fellowships is available at the UCSD Financial Aid Office and also in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Student Affairs Office, York Hall 4010.
  • Admissions
    Prospective students apply to the campus, not to our department. The Admissions and Relations with Schools website provides Information on undergraduate admissions, transfer requirements, the six undergraduate colleges, student housing, student life, etc.

Check out our blog, for the latest opportunities and announcements: chemblog.ucsd.edu

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Chemistry and Biochemistry

ACSSA Undergraduate Chemistry Research Symposium 

Event: May 16, 2013
Abstract Deadline: May 5, 2013

For more information, please visit the ACSSA Chemistry (Symposium) Abstract Submission page.


Chemistry Student Affairs

Location:
York 4010

Open:
8:30am- 12:00 noon &
1:00pm- 4:00pm

Closed Daily:
12:00 noon- 1:00pm

Phone: 858-534-4856
Fax: 858-534-7687
Email: chemadvising@ucsd.edu

Virtual Advising Center
(VAC)