Graduate Study in Chemistry and Biochemistry

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees can be earned in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology or Environmental Chemistry. Chemistry graduate programs at UAF are tailored to the student's interests, and include graduate faculty advisors who are accomplished scientists. The Environmental Ph.D. program is an interdisciplinary effort that includes faculty from the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Engineering, Science and Technology Experiment Station (ESTES), Geophysical Institute, Institute of Arctic Biology, Institute of Northern Engineering, and Federal agencies such as the Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory. The Ph.D. program in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, which includes faculty from the Department and the Institute of Arctic Biology, is ranked in the top 200 Biochemistry programs in the nation.

Master of Arts (M.A.) and Master of Science (M.S.) degree programs introduce students to advanced topics in chemistry and present opportunities for cutting-edge research in several disciplines, including inorganic, organic, analytical, physical, and atmospheric chemistry. There are few fixed requirements, with students' curricula being tailored to meet their career goals. Students must complete 30 credits of graduate coursework.  For the M.S. degree, up to 12 credits may be earned for research and the preparation of a thesis (F699/F698). For the M.A. degree, at least 6 credits should be for project work (F698).

An on-line application is available. Initial evaluation of applications will begin February 15 for admission the following September. Applications should be to the Admissions Office by December 15.

Applicants from outside the USA should also visit Information for International Students at the Admissions Department home page.

Financial Aid: Teaching and research assistantships in chemistry, environmental and biochemistry are available to qualified graduate students. No additional paperwork is required as all applications are considered for financial assistance during the review process in the Department.

UAF Chemistry Faculty

For Information:
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK 99775-6160
907-474-5510