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Graduate Programs

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry offers two graduate programs leading to a Master of Science (M.S.) or a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Chemistry.

  • Students interested in obtaining the master's degree may select from two options: the thesis option or the teacher certification option. 
  • Prospective candidates of the Ph.D. degree may do advanced study and research in analytical, biological, inorganic, organic, or physical chemistry.
  • Choose NIU Chemistry! for our student-to-faculty ratio, faculty research, location, job opportunities, reputation and more...
  • And, check out the financial support you could receive towards your graduate work at NIU.

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Lee S. Sunderlin, Director of Graduate Studies

Director of Graduate Studies:
Lee S. Sunderlin
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL 60115-2862
Phone: (815) 753-6870
Fax: (815) 753-4802
E-mail: chemgrad@niu.edu




Guidebook: Graduate Studies in Chemistry (pdf)