Research and Independent Study

Directed Research Opportunity for First-Year Students

Chemistry 81S is a first-year seminar that offers an opportunity to do directed research.

Research Independent Study for Juniors and Seniors

An Independent Study student in the Department of Chemistry is treated like a beginning graduate student in a faculty supervisor's research group. Specific requirements concerning the number of hours spent in a laboratory, participation in research group conferences, and related activities are determined by the research director. Some information on Independent Study Can be found in the Undergraduate Handbook. For further information on Independent Study please refer to:

Independent Study Requirements

Independent Study Registration

Getting Started in Independent Study

Summer Research Program

Other Research Opportunities - A listing of internships, summer research opportunities, and graduate schools that the Chemistry Department maintains.