Information for Students
Placement diagnostic for 100-level chemistry courses
All students interested in taking chemistry are required to take the online placement
diagnostic before they can register for a chemistry course.
Online forms at Registrar's office for declaring major/minor, changing major/minor, and more
Course descriptions and degree requirements from the Skidmore Course Catalog
Chemistry Course Descriptions
Chemistry Major requirements (includes biochemistry concentration)
Chemistry Minor requirements
Suggested course timelines for Chemistry majors, including the biochemistry concentration
What courses should you take each semester as a Chemistry major, or if you pursue
the biochemistry concentration, or the American Chemical Society certification? Click
above to find out.
American Chemical Society certified degree information
The ACS certifies our Chemistry department and a degree you have the option to earn
here. Click above to find out how to meet ACS certification requirements.
Chemistry Departmental Honors
Students can earn departmental honors upon graduation by earning GPA at least 3.0
overall and 3.5 in the major, and as well complete two semesters of 300-level research
or equivalent, submit an honors thesis, and deliver an oral presentation of their
research to the Department.
Study abroad opportunities and course timelines for Chemistry Majors
Chemistry majors can study abroad. Click above to find out where and what courses
to take when to prepare for a sememester abroad.
Chemistry reference information
(journal searching, including ACS, SciFinder, Science Direct, and Web of Science)
(including CRC handbook)
Health Professions Advisory Committee (HPAC)
Students interested in medical, dental, or veterinary graduate programs click here.
Professional societies
Organizations including those listed below offer conferences, workshops, career development
resources, and networking opportunities to a wide range of chemists and other scientists.