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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

96% employed or continuing education

70% employed after graduation

26% attending graduate school

$108,042 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Microsoft (4), Microsoft (3), Amazon (3) View All

Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of California, Los Angeles, University of Washington-Seattle View All

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 Handbook

Graduation & Retention2

3.7 years to degree

97% first-year retention rate

81% four-year graduation rate

88% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs3

Illinois Resident

  • Tuition: $18,372
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $18,884
  • Total: $42,310

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $41,444
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses:$19,224
  • Total: $65,722

International

  • Tuition: $44,688
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $19,224
  • Total: $68,966
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