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Chemistry (Environmental)

Dive into cutting-edge environmental research, examining topics such as pollution control, renewable energy sources, and environmental testing.

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry (Environmental)

Ignite your passion to care for creation with the Environmental concentration of our Chemistry Major. In the Chemistry Environmental concentration, you will explore the wonders of God’s creation and learn to apply your knowledge of chemistry to solve environmental problems. Dive into cutting-edge environmental research, examining topics such as pollution control, renewable energy sources, and environmental testing. Our dedicated faculty will guide you through hands-on experiments and fieldwork, preparing you for a career at the forefront of environmental science, conservation, and policy.

Chemistry Curriculum

Explore a modern chemistry curriculum that will set you up for graduate school and career success.

Faith & learning at MVNU

As an intentionally Christian University, we integrate our faith into everything we do at MVNU. From prayer before class to exploring real-world moral and ethical dilemmas, we’ll teach you what it means to shine forth.

Travel

MVNU offers a number of fantastic travel and study afar programs designed to broaden your perspective, introduce you to new and exciting domestic and international cultures, and enhance your resume.

Student Teaching:
  • Costa Rica
  • China
  • Central America
  • South America
  • Africa
  • Europe
  • Asia
  • Australia
Service Learning:
  • Belize (Tropical Biology)
  • Swaziland
  • Haiti
  • Croatia, Austria & Hungary
  • Italy
  • Spain, Portugal & France
  • Greater Columbus Area
  • Orlando
  • San Francisco
  • New Orleans
  • Washington, D.C.
  • Guyana
  • Guatemala

Chemistry Scholarships

Need a little help with finances? We’ve got you covered. Explore scholarships, grants, and other resources to help you pay for your education.

MVNU has many endowed scholarships available for students of a wide variety of backgrounds and majors.

Chemistry (Environmental) Careers

A chemistry degree provides a wide range of career options. Agriculture, pharmaceuticals, forensic science, biotechnology, oceanography, energy conservation, meteorology — all of these fields and more require a substantial knowledge of chemistry, which is exactly what you will get with MVNU’s Chemistry program.

HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

WATER CHEMIST

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MVNU grads have gone on to study at many prestigious graduate schools, including:

  • Case Western Reserve University
  • Purdue University
  • University of Iowa
  • Kent State University
  • The Ohio State University
  • The University of Cincinnati
  • The University of Toledo
  • Indiana University

Meet the Faculty

Learn from faculty members who know how to balance theory and practical application for a relevant, empowering, Christ-centered learning experience.

Hands-on learning in our labs

Most junior and senior chemistry majors work as paid laboratory assistants or recitation leaders for lower-division classes, providing younger students with the guidance and assistance they need to be successful.

You will work in our laboratories, which round out the learning environment by mimicking the professional settings that students will work in after graduation.

At MVNU, we use all of our resources to help you develop your skills as a scientist and researcher — including our natural resources!

Regardless of which program you follow, our faculty want to see you success and prepare for your calling.

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Environmental Biology

Bring together the best of nature, conservation, and environmental stewardship.

Chemistry (Pre-Medical)

Whether you aspire to become a physician, dentist, or pursue other healthcare careers, our program equips you with the tools needed to excel in the medical field.

Chemistry (Biochemistry)

This program blends the core principles of chemistry with the complexities of biology, preparing you to explore the chemical processes that drive living systems.

Chemistry (Forensic Science)

Forensic Science combines chemistry and criminal justice so you can learn the key lab skills needed to be successful in a chemical crime lab and learn what goes into criminal investigations.

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