Chemistry & Biochemistry
Chemistry & Biochemistry (CH75)
The department offers an Umbrella Program for the PhD reflective of the depth and breadth of contemporary research undertaken within Chemistry and Biochemistry. The umbrella program encompasses seven different tracks from which students can choose. The tracks are overlapping in terms of course work and research advisers.
Program Info
Area of Study | Division of Physical Sciences |
Specializations |
Analytical Chemistry
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Department | Chemistry & Biochemistry |
Major | Chemistry & Biochemistry |
Degree | Master of Science |
Admissions Terms | Fall, Winter, Spring |
Additional Notes |
Only UC San Diego undergraduate students that are continuing their research with their advisor are eligible to apply directly to the MS Thesis Research Program (available for Fall, Winter, and Spring). All other MS applicants may apply only to the Fall MS Coursework program. |
Application Deadlines |
January 13, 2021 (Fall 2021) |
Basic Requirement
Admissions Tests |
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English Proficiency Exams (international applicants only) |
A test of English language proficiency is required for international applicants whose native language is not English and who have not studied full-time for one uninterrupted academic year at a university-level institution in which English is the language of instruction and in a country where English is a dominant language. The following test(s) are accepted by this department:
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) |
Letters of Recommendation |
Minimum of 3 recommendations required. We require three letters of recommendation. Letter writers that are able to provide context and clarity with respect to your ability and potential to excel in a graduate program are the most helpful in evaluating your application (e.g. a research advisor or a professor from a course that knows you well). UC San Diego students applying for the MS program need to submit at least one letter from a professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. |
Statement of Purpose |
Required We recommend your Statement of Purpose should be structured as a 4 paragraph format document with the following prompts:
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Resume/CV |
Recommended |
Additional Requirements |
If you already have an agreement to do research under the direction of a Chemistry and Biochemistry Professor, the MS Thesis Agreement Form is highly recommended. It is an agreement between you and your research advisor. Please have your research advisor fill it out, print, sign, and then upload to your application. |
Contact Info
Website https://chem-web.ucsd.edu/graduate-program/admissions/index.html |
Email chemgradinfo@ucsd.edu |
Campus Office 4010 York Hall |
Phone (858) 534-9728 |
Mailing Address
University of California, San Diego Attn: Chemistry Graduate Admissions 9500 Gilman Drive, MC 0303 La Jolla, CA 92093-0303 |
Program Info
Area of Study | Division of Physical Sciences |
Specializations |
Analytical and Atmospheric Chemistry
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Department | Chemistry & Biochemistry |
Major | Chemistry & Biochemistry |
Degree | Doctor of Philosophy |
Admissions Terms | Fall |
Application Deadlines |
December 2, 2020 (Fall 2021) |
Basic Requirement
Admissions Tests |
|
English Proficiency Exams (international applicants only) |
A test of English language proficiency is required for international applicants whose native language is not English and who have not studied full-time for one uninterrupted academic year at a university-level institution in which English is the language of instruction and in a country where English is a dominant language. The following test(s) are accepted by this department:
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Demonstrated proficiency in the English language (TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE) is required for all other international applicants whose native language is not English. Requirements for demonstrating proficiency are listed below. International applicants must include an official report of their TOEFL iBT or TSE scores from ETS. The university-wide minimum TOEFL score for graduate admission is 550 for the paper based test (PBT), and 85 for the internet based test (iBT). The minimum for the IELTS Academic Training exam is a score of 7 and a score of 65 for the PTE Academic. At minimum, international applicants must also have a TOEFL iBT Speaking subscore of 23, an IELTS Speaking subscore of 7, or a PTE Speaking subscores of 65. |
Letters of Recommendation |
Minimum of 3 recommendations required. |
Statement of Purpose |
Required We recommend your Statement of Purpose should be structured as a 4 paragraph format document with the following prompts:
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Resume/CV |
Recommended |
Contact Info
Website https://chem-web.ucsd.edu/graduate-program/admissions/index.html |
Email chemgradinfo@ucsd.edu |
Campus Office 4010 York Hall |
Phone (858) 534-9728 |
Mailing Address
University of California, San Diego Attn: Chemistry Graduate Admissions 9500 Gilman Drive, MC 0303 La Jolla, CA 92093-0303 |