Master of Science [M.S] [Chemistry] From Colorado School of Mines

The Department of Chemistry & Geochemistry plays an integral role as a leader in the university's four focus areas: earth, energy, materials and environment. Your passion in these critical areas is an asset to our graduate programs. Together we emphasize interdisciplinary and fundamental approaches to solving real-world problems in areas such as alternative and renewable energy, bio-detection, polymer and nanoscale materials, and water quality.

Our world-class faculty are well-funded by the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Defense,U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Air Force Office of Scientific Research and other government agencies, as well as by innovative research industries. You will work alongside faculty with other campus departments and with nearby government laboratories, such as theNational Renewable Energy Laboratory(NREL) and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).