Physical Sciences

The Physical Sciences Department at Mount Saint Mary’s University offers robust majors in biochemistry and chemistry, taught by faculty who provide a personalized college experience that is second to none. Our biochemistry and chemistry majors offer excellent preparation for medical school, pharmacy school, dental school, graduate school, and careers in the biotechnology and chemical industries. Recent graduates have gone on to post-graduate programs at UCLA, USC, UC Irvine, Cornell and the California Institute of Technology, just to name a few.

Why choose a science major at the Mount?

Accessible teachers

• Small classes taught by faculty, not teaching assistants.
• Teachers that work one-on-one with students.
• Teaching in a step-by-step style that enables students to master difficult conceptual and mathematical concepts.

Engaging laboratory experiences

• Hands-on experience with modern instrumentation and laboratories.
• Research courses with active, publishing faculty.
• Opportunities to present your research at local and national conferences.

Superior mentoring

• Detailed and personalized letters of recommendation from professors.
• Personal attention to students, including help with personal essays and mock interviews for graduate and professional school.
• Career mentoring that continues even beyond graduation.