Apply to CHEM
Admission to the Chemistry major requires satisfactory completion of several introductory courses in chemistry, math, and physics. Students who complete the following introductory courses with a grade of "C" or better are generally admitted to the major:
- Introductory Chemistry: CHEM 2070+2071 and CHEM 2080+2081 or CHEM 2150
- Organic Chemistry: CHEM 3570 or CHEM 3590
- Mathematics: MATH 1110
- Physics: PHYS 2207 or PHYS 1112
Students who complete at least three of the required introductory courses listed above may apply to join the major early; however, admission to the program is at the discretion of the department.
Students with a grade of "C-" or lower in one of the introductory courses may be asked to complete additional coursework at a satisfactory level before admission to the major can be granted.
Students with a grade of "C-" or lower in more than one of the introductory courses should not apply to the major. Prospective majors are encouraged to contact chemundergrad@cornell.edu to set up a meeting to discuss their goals before submitting an application.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and as needed during the summer. Students are notified of their status as soon as possible.