Chemistry

Contact the chemistry department.

Learn more about the chemistry department .

All application materials must be submitted directly through the online application system. We do not accept paper application materials. Official transcripts should not be sent to the Guarini School office during the application process.

Application Fee

• $75

GRE 

• Optional.

English Language Proficiency 

• Language proficiency test scores are required for non-US citizens, with the exception of those who are earning or have earned a degree from institutions in the US or Canada, or whose primary language of instruction at their non-US institution was English.
• We accept TOEFL, IELTS, and Duolingo 
• The ETS code for the Guarini School is 3351

Personal Statements

• 2 required personal statement prompts.

Recommendation Letters

• 3 required, up to 4 accepted. 

Resume/ CV

Transcripts

• Your most recent unofficial transcripts should be uploaded as part of your application. Official transcripts are not needed during the application process.

Program Supplement 

Designate your desired area of specialization:

• Biological Chemistry (biochemical, biophysical, or bioinorganic chemistry; structural biology)
• Synthetic Chemistry (total synthesis; organic or organometallic methodology; catalysis; electrochemistry)
• Materials Chemistry (inorganic or organic materials synthesis; physical organic, reticular, or supramolecular chemistry; polymers; sensors and devices)
• Physical/Computational/Theoretical Chemistry (computational biophysics; computational soft matter; quantum or experimental physical chemistry)  

Faculty

List faculty members that you are in contact with or are particularly interested in working with.

Learn more about the chemistry department faculty.

Admissions information can be found here.

Admissions FAQ.