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Computer Science and Chemistry

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

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What is Computer Science and Chemistry?

This is a flexible program for students who plan to pursue technical or professional careers in Chemistry. Technology continues to enhance and change the study of chemistry. With this program, you will gain a deep understanding of both chemistry and computer applications. You’ll equip yourself to calculate structures and properties of molecules and design new drugs and materials. You will be able to identify new compounds, study the properties of atoms, molecules, and chemical reactions. These studies will help you make more efficient and productive processes. As a result, you will learn to create safer, more effective medicines and energies.

Career Options

  • Chemical analysis
  • Chemical sales
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Medicine
  • Pharmacy
  • Research

Post-Graduation Success1

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Program Resources

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

  • Calculus preferred (if available at high school)
  • Interest in Chemistry in addition to Computer Science

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Guide

Graduation & Retention2

3.9 years to degree

97% first-year retention rate

72% four-year graduation rate

85% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs3

Illinois Resident

  • Tuition: $17,976
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses: $18,222
  • Total: $41,126

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $39,736
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses:$18,562
  • Total: $63,226

International

  • Tuition: $42,868
  • Fees: $4,928
  • Expenses: $18,562
  • Total: $66,358

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1 Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

2 Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

3 "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.

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