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Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry (STEM)

Southwest Minnesota State University

USA,Minnesota

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 10,304/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 100

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Minnesota

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1964

Total Students: 6,529 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1501 State St, Marshall, MN 56258, USA

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Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry (STEM)

Program Overview

The major emphasis of the SMSU Chemistry Program is quality teaching, both in formal classroom settings and in the laboratory. Within the Chemistry Program, a student may choose from the following options: a B.A. in Chemistry or B.S. in Chemistry Education. Students are given the unusual opportunity to obtain extensive hands-on experience with state-of-the-art instrumentation and to work closely with our professors on research projects. The SMSU Chemistry Program has been fully accredited by the American Chemical Society (ACS) since 1973, making quality education in the program a longstanding tradition.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

5 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 100

Tuition Fee

CAD 10,304 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Southwest Minnesota State University

CAD 14,200 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 5.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 47.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Available after the 1st semester

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.