About Chemistry (ms) in Georgia Institute of Technology
Two different programs of study leading to a master's degree are offered by the School of Chemistry and Biochemistry. The formal requirements for the MS degree (thesis option) are twenty-four credit hours of approved coursework beyond the bachelor's degree, along with an approved master's thesis. The formal requirement for the MS degree (non-thesis option) is thirty credit hours of approved coursework beyond the bachelor's degree. The MS degree (non-thesis option) is a terminal degree in this department. Current research includes multidisciplinary initiatives in biomolecular structure, molecular biophysics, computational and theoretical chemistry, materials chemistry, nanochemistry, bio-organic chemistry, photochemistry and photobiology, polymer chemistry, sensors, and environmental chemistry.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
Georgia Institute of Technology Highlights
Type |
Public |
Establishment Year |
1885 |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Location |
Atlanta, Georgia |
Number of Campuses |
USA, France and China |
On-campus Accommodation |
Available |
Mode of Program |
Full-time, Part-time, Online |
Total Enrollment |
36,302 |
Retention Rate |
97% |
Graduation Rate |
90% |
Financial Aid |
Scholarships, loans, grants |
Work Study Program |
Available |
Georgia Institute of Technology Cost of Attendance
An anticipated budget for overseas students wishing to study in the United States has been given below for all potential applicants of the institute.
Type of Fee |
Freshmen (USD) |
Other Undergraduates (USD) |
Tuition |
31,370 |
31,370 |
Mandatory Student Fees |
2,424 |
2,424 |
Books & Supplies |
800 |
800 |
Housing Allowance |
6,918 |
9,658 |
Meal Plan Allowance |
5,172 |
5,172 |
Personal/ Misc Educational Costs (est.) |
3,200 |
3,200 |
Average Loan Cost |
60 |
60 |
Total |
49,944 |
52,684 |
Graduate school tuition varies depending on the programme. However, the following is an estimate of the cost:
Type of Fee |
Amount (USD) |
Tuition and Institute Mandated Fees |
Varies |
Books & Supplies |
800 |
Housing Allowance |
9,658 |
Meal Plan Allowance |
5,172 |
Personal/ Misc Educational Costs (estimated) |
3,200 |
Average Loan Cost |
140 |
Total |
18,970 + the appropriate tuition and Institute-mandated fees |