About Chemistry, Bs in George Mason University

This program is approved by the American Chemical Society. Upon completion, students who choose either the BS in Chemistry with no concentration or with the Analytical Chemistry concentration are certified to the society. Students that have a keen interest in sustainability should choose the Environmental Chemistry concentration. Students planning professional careers in chemistry should choose this degree.

Total credits: minimum 120

Students should refer to the Admissions & Policies tab for specific policies related to this program.

Students majoring in chemistry must complete the chemistry program requirements with a minimum GPA of 2.30 and present no more than two courses with a grade of 'D' (1.00) in CHEM coursework at graduation.

• Certified official, original transcripts from all secondary schools as well as official results from any leaving certificates or university entrance exams taken. A certified English translation must be submitted for any documents not already in English. All application materials are property of George Mason University and will not be returned to the applicant, nor shared with another individual, institution, or organization under any circumstances.  

English Language Requirements

TOEFL iBT Undergraduate - Testing code 5827

• Volgenau School of Engineering Undergraduate: 80, no section minimum
• All other undergraduate programs: 80 or higher, minimum of 18 in each subsection

IELTS Undergraduate

• 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each subsection

Pearson Academic Test of English

• A minimum score of 59, all applicants

George Mason University Cost of Attendance

The table below shows the cost of attendance at George Mason University for 2020-21: