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Why Minor in Chemistry at PBA?
Explore the composition, properties, and interactions of matter through Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Chemistry minor. Students build a foundation in general and organic chemistry while expanding their knowledge through analytical chemistry or biochemistry. Hands-on laboratory experiences and a Christ-centered approach to scientific inquiry prepare students to apply chemistry across healthcare, biological sciences, research, and other STEM fields.
What You’ll Learn
Students in the Chemistry minor develop foundational and advanced knowledge of chemistry through coursework and laboratory experiences.
Students learn to:
- Understand foundational principles of general and organic chemistry
- Examine chemical structures, reactions, and properties
- Apply laboratory techniques to scientific investigation
- Analyze chemical data and experimental results
- Explore analytical chemistry or biochemistry
- Develop scientific reasoning and problem-solving skills
Program Details
PBA offers a variety of courses that students can choose from within this minor program. Take a look at what you’ll be learning while working toward your degree.
- Full admission to Palm Beach Atlantic University
- A declared undergraduate major
- Meet applicable academic requirements for enrollment in minor coursework
Chemistry students benefit from hands-on laboratory environments and scientific resources that support experimentation, analysis, and discovery. PBA’s South Florida location also places students near a growing community of organizations involved in medical research, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and biochemistry, including Scripps Research and the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience.
Common Major Pairings
A Chemistry minor complements majors that benefit from a deeper understanding of chemical processes, laboratory science, biological systems, and scientific research. Common major pairings may include:
Financial Aid
PBA’s robust scholarship program awards over $3 million every year. Invest in your education with scholarships and other financial aid opportunities, which are awarded to 97% of our undergraduate students. Explore the resources below to learn more about tuition, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.
