On behalf of the Department of Chemistry and the Graduate Admissions Committee, I would like to welcome you to our graduate admissions website. After exploring our site and reviewing the information, I think you will agree that there are many reasons for you to consider applying to our program. Here are just a few:

• Research and teaching at the forefront of developments in all areas of chemistry, including bioinorganic , organic synthesis, biochemistry, physical, and computational

• Faculty working on cutting edge research in interdisciplinary areas, training students to think independently and creatively
• Graduation of 10 to 13 PhD students per year

• Dissertation Advisory Committees to monitor and mentor student progress

• Successful career outcomes for graduates in industry, academia, and government

• Vital program of 40 formal Department Colloquia, and disciplinary lecture series involving outside speakers

• Active student groups, the Boston University Younger Chemists Committee and the Boston University Women in Chemistry

• Location in Boston, one of the world's leading research areas, fostering synergistic, collaborative activities with universities, pharmaceutical companies, and leading laboratories in the area

We encourage you to apply. Once admitted, we believe you will have a rewarding graduate experience in our program. If you have any questions, please click here.

Prof. Karen Allen

Chair, Graduate Admissions Committee

Applying to the Graduate Program

Prospective graduate students must first apply to the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences at Boston University. Please see the Application Materials section of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences website for more information. The Boston University Department of Chemistry application deadline is January 1st. Please click here for more information.

Download more program information (PDF):

Boston University Chemistry Graduate Program at a Glance

Research Faculty Profiles