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Add laboratory experience and a stronger understanding of chemical principles to your major. The flexible 21-credit minor complements preparation in health, environmental science, biology and other technical fields.

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Chemistry students at EIU

Why Study Chemistry at EIU?

  • Rigorous introduction to theory and practice of chemistry
  • Hands-on experience at performing chemical experiments and using scientific instrumentation
  • Requires only 1 course (CHM 2730 Quantitative Analysis) beyond what most pre-med, pre-pharm, pre-vet, pre-opt majors take
  • Depending on sequence/timing, can be done in 4 semesters
"My experience at EIU could not have been better. While in the classroom, I got to learn from amazing, engaging faculty who helped build my skills and confidence, and outside of the classroom, I got to be part of an amazing community and make lifelong memories."
Joshua Northam
Chemistry | Class of 2026
Joshua Northam, Chemistry at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Opportunity to do research with PhD Chemistry faculty
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Hands-On Experience, Chemistry students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The Chemistry minor gives you meaningful experience with chemical theory, laboratory methods and quantitative analysis. It is a fit if you are pursuing health professions, environmental work, laboratory careers or another field that benefits from stronger chemistry preparation.

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Career Outcomes

  • Chemical Technicians
  • Food Science Technicians
  • Forensic Science Technicians
  • Water Resource Specialists
  • Chemists

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Medium (3/5)
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Edward Treadwell
Department Chair, Professor - Organic Chemistry, Pre-Medicine Adviser Chemistry Concentration
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3154 Physical Sciences
217-581-5906
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Michael Cornebise
Interim Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences & Professor, Geography
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2214
217-581-7486
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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