Chemistry Minor

Why earn a minor in chemistry?

You can earn a minor in chemistry at IU Columbus to complement your major area of study, such as a sociology, nursing, education, or communication studies degree program.

Although most employers are more interested in your college major than any minor you may have earned, do not discount the potential edge in a competitive job market that a well-selected academic minor can provide. In some cases, having a chemistry minor could make a prospective employer choose you over another qualified candidate competing for the same position.

How to earn a chemistry minor?

The undergraduate minor in chemistry requires a minimum of 21 credit hours of chemistry courses. A grade of C or above is required for all chemistry courses and a minimum GPA of 2.00 is required for the complete minor program.

Transfer credit

You may apply chemistry credits for classes taken at other institutions toward this minor, but must earn a minimum of six credit hours toward the total required at IU Columbus. Credits from correspondence courses are not accepted for this minor.