Chemistry Education (B.S.)
Make a lasting impact on the future of science.
Anything you touch, smell or see contains natural or man-made chemicals. Chemistry is often referred to as the central science because of its strong connections to the other natural sciences and mathematics. Chemistry is therefore an area of study that allows students vast opportunity to explore the unknown and to address some of human society’s most pressing scientific problems. Sparking high-school students’ interest in chemistry sets them up for academic success and/or excellent careers in STEM fields. And let's be honest, chemistry teachers get to do the best demonstrations. The chemistry education program will prepare students for careers in high-quality teaching of chemistry at the secondary/high school level.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Are interested in teaching.
- Are interested in the physical sciences.
- Have an inquisitive mind and are curious about how things work.
- Enjoy discovery.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- Teacher
- Graduate school
Recent Employers
Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:
- School districts throughout the U.S., with concentration in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
- Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society
- Pre-Medical Chapter of the American Medical Student Association
- Pre-Physical and Pre-Occupational Therapy Club
- Pre-Professional Science Club
- National Science Teachers Association
- Physics Club
- Astronomy Club
- Society of Physics Students
