Category: Section II: First Year Experience

  • Appendix C. MS Degree

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    The Chemistry Graduate Program does not offer admission to an MS track. However, there are limited circumstances in which the MS degree may be earned by scholars initially admitted to the PhD program. The primary resource for scholars interested in learning more about the MS degree is Section 3 of the Laney Graduate School Handbook. This…

  • Appendix B. MD/PhD

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    Chemistry welcomes MD/PhD scholars who want to apply chemical methods to human health. These scholars complete the same academic program as any other PhD student except in regard to the specific program modifications outlined below. Applying to Chemistry MD/PhD scholars should apply directly to the MD/PhD program and indicate “chemistry” as a PhD field of interest. All…

  • Appendix A. Resource Guidance

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    Emory University offers a number of resources to scholars enrolled in academic programs. You are encouraged to familiarize yourself with these resources by reading your email, exploring university websites, visiting university offices in person, and beyond. The following list should not be considered exhaustive. It is provided as a resource to help you begin the…

  • Appendix G: Syllabi

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    Syllabi included here are for “program” courses – courses related to chemistry milestones and requirements that are taught by the DGS as Instructor of Record. Syllabi for classroom courses will be provided by the instructors and are also included in Emory’s central course atlas, when available. CHEM 504: Rotations (Updated for Fall 2024) CHEM 599R:…

  • Appendix F. Guidelines for successful rotations

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    Rotations – inclusive of the Exploration Period and group selection – are an opportunity to fully explore scientific opportunities at Emory and to join a group with confidence. However, the inherent uncertainty in this process can be stressful for both students and faculty. Based on feedback from both parties, clear and consistent “rules of engagement”…

  • Appendices

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  • V. Academic Affairs

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  • 4.2 Merit awards

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    The Department of Chemistry awards outstanding continuing scholars a total of over $15k each year above and beyond stipend funding. You cannot self-nominate, but you are encouraged to make your primary research mentor aware of awards for which you may be eligible. The awards on offer may occasionally be adjusted to account for funding availability…

  • 2.4 Research rotations & group selection

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    Rotations are short experiences in Emory research groups intended to help participants learn about the research and resources of the department and, ultimately, choose a research home for the pursuing the PhD. All scholars are required to complete three rotations before joining a research group.  Scholars will be enrolled in CHEM 504 to document their…

  • 2.2 First year course selection

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    All new first years will meet with faculty during orientation to select coursework for the first semester.   Don’t panic: Grad school is different from undergrad – course enrollment is not competitive. If a scholar needs to take a grad-level chemistry course, the graduate program will find space for them in that class. There is no…