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Chemistry is the central science. It’s the application of physics, the why of biology, and the what of engineering. It is crucial to have a strong understanding of chemistry to pursue a degree in any of the major sciences. Chemistry will allow us to solve the worlds energy crisis, cure diseases, and improve the quality of living across the globe. If you are interested in tackling the world’s toughest problems and making huge advances that will transform the world, this is the subject for you.

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Freshman (Semester 1)
Course Title Credits
MATH 1220 Calculus I 5
CHEM 1210 Principles of Chemistry I 4
CHEM 1215 Principles of Chemistry I Lab 1
ENGL 1010 Introduction to Writing 3
BIO 1610 Biology 1 4
Freshman (Semester 2)
Course Title Credits
MATH 1220 Calculus II 4
MATH 2270 Linear Algebra 3
CHEM 1220 Principles of Chemistry II 4
CHEM 1225 Principles of Chemistry II Lab 1
GNST 1200 Foundations 3
Sophomore (Semester 3)
Course Title Credits
MATH 2210 Multivariable Calculus 3
CHEM 2310 Organic Chemistry I 4
CHEM 2315 Organic Chemistry I Lab 1
PHYS 2210 Physics for Scientists and Engineers I 4
PHYS 2215 Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Lab 1
American Institution 3
Sophomore (Semester 4)
Course Title Credits
MATH 2280 Differential Equations 3
CHEM 2320 Organic Chemistry II 4
CHEM 2325 Organic Chemistry II Lab 1
PHYS 2220 Physics for Scientists and Engineers II 4
PHYS 2225 Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Lab 1
Fine Arts 3
Sophomore (Semester 5)
Course Title Credits
Humanities 3
Social & Behavioral Sciences 3
ENGL 2010 Intermediate Writing 3
Note: the information above will make a student transfer-ready for a Chemistry BS program at another school. Below are the base requirements to earn the AS in Chemistry at Snow College:
  • CHEM 1210 Principles of Chemistry I 4 credits
  • CHEM 1215 Principles of Chemistry I Laboratory 1 credit
  • CHEM 1220 Principles of Chemistry II 4 credits
  • CHEM 1225 Principles of Chemistry II Laboratory 1 credit
  • CHEM 2310 Organic Chemistry I 4 credits
  • CHEM 2315 Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 1 credit

While we recommend that chemistry students earn the Associate of Science (AS), an AA in chemistry is also available. The Associate of Arts has the same requirements as the AS with the addition of a foreign language (complete a 1020-level language course). Please see your academic advisor for full details.

Course Title Credits
General Education Courses 34-36 credits
Elective Credits 14-20 credits
Meta-major Requirements 6-10 credits
Choose 6 credits from this list:
CHEM 1210/5 Principles of Chemistry and Lab 5
MATH 1210 Calculus I 5
MATH 1220 Calculus II 4
ENGR 2240 Surveying and Global Positioning 3
ENGR 1400/5 Programming Fundamentals and Lab 4
ENGR 1300 Engineering Graphics and Design-Mechanical 3
PHYS 2210/5 Physics for Scientists and Engineers I and Lab 5
MATH 2040 Applied Statistics 4
Total 60 credits
  • Biology
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Geology
  • Physics
  • Pre-med

Chemists work in a wide variety of fields. Chemists work in biochemistry, electronics, energy production and storage, forensics, healthcare, natural resources, pharmaceuticals, and so much more.

Discover ways you can transfer your credits to some of the following colleges:

For more information on transferring within public colleges and universities in Utah, see UtahTransferGuide.