What are some good colleges/universities for chemistry? How do you get into them?
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Besides taking chemistry, take lots of math classes and other sciences as well. Taking them on the AP level will definitely help. As far as good schools, US News says the best for chemical engineering are: \n1. Massachusetts Inst. of Technology\n2. University of California–Berkeley \n3. Univ. of Minnesota–Twin Cities \n\nCheck out http://www.usnews.com/usnews/edu/college/rankings/brief/engineering/phd/enps03_brief.php\nhttp://experts.about.com/q/Careers-Chemistry-1498/Good-Chemistry-Schools.htm
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As an undergrad I was an English major for three years before switching to Chemistry.  I had to start all over (unfortunately, none of my Shakespeare transferred).  It wasn't easy, but it wasn't any harder than analyzing poetry to the professor's satisfaction.  But honestly, any person with brains can get any degree they want.  You are, however, going to have to prove your worth as an analytical thinker to the college that will accept you into their science program.  Try to get the calculus, physics, and intermediate geography/meteorology done before applying- possibly at a community college.  You could always go talk to faculty at the college you want to apply to and see which classes would transfer from where, which classes you would need, or if you can just directly apply to their program.  Hopefully you will do well in those classes you need, and along with your probably stellar standardized test scores should open the doors to any program you want to enter.
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there are two main ways of getting into a university. the first is to apply directly to a "four year university".  in order to get into one of these directly you will need to turn in SAT scores from highschool, along with your highschool transcripts.  getting into a university this way is more competitive and it will be harder to get in when compared to the second way.  the second way to get into a four year university is to first go to a "community college".  at community colleges you will normally do all of the "general education" classes that you would have taken anyway at the university during your first two years.  once you have finished your G.E (general education) you can then apply to "transfer" into a four year university having already finished the G.E requirements.  if you follow this way you will not need to turn in SAT scores or highschool transcripts and it will be easier to get into a university.  \n\naside from it being easier, it is also cheaper to go first to a community college since they are cheaper and will provide you with the same credits that you will be doing during your first two years at a university.
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It is impossible to list those colleges. No such group information is available. However, what you can do is write or call those colleges or universities you may wish to attend, ask for a catalog to be sent to you, and check the admission requirements. This is the only way to go, because while a college or university has specific entrance requirements, often programs within the university also have additional requirements. So be sure to check the general admission requirements as well as the requirements of the department where you will major. Good luck.
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Applied chemistry is something I studied for 4 years. I also studied Highschool education.\n\nProblem is that many textbooks are biased to certain areas such as health, ultimately the best way to learn more about applied chemistry is to study it in a university that is known for teaching it well...\nIf you are unsure if you want to study it then I recommend visiting the university and asking at reception of the chemistry department if you can have a short chat with the lecturer, a good lecturer will be happy to tell you which books they use.\n\nThe main issue with Applied chemistry is that is actually about a method of thinking rather than an actual subject. It is where you use your knowledge of chemistry and apply it to real life situations. Rather than memorising a list of elements, what is more important is being able to know how to use those elements, where to use them, what to use them with.\nIn essence it is learnt only through practice in both real life and laboratories, not books.\n\nOne book that caught my eye and is good for final year secondary students would be:\n\nKatherine J. Denniston, J.J.T, Robert L. Caret 2004, "General, Organic, and Biochemistry, 4th ed, McGraw-Hill, Sydney.\n(a book used by university first year Health science students as a link of chemistry and health)\n\n\n\nAs a warning to potential aplied chemists... i can no longer drink a cup of tea without considering the numerous reactions, phase changes and substances that interact in the cup and then with my body. Hope you are willing to change your outlook on the world like that.
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College is a big and booming buisness there are many good universitys that you can get into with "C"s dont swet it but be sure that you get plenty of comunity service hours and other such things to cushin any blow that may come.  Just be sure to reaserch colleges at a book store.  GOOD LUCK
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what college has the better science /math department!?\nalways look at the strenth of a colleges individual math and science departments. This can help you determine if the college is able to provide you with what you need academically.
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At the top of your screen, 'Search:' type in 'chemistry help'...leads you to many sites offering a wide vaiety of help in chem...browse through them till you find the type of help you need...'let your browser do the walking'  :-))\n\nYou can narrow the search with...chemistry help math...I see some sites there which seem very helpful...good luck.
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Are you a high school student looking at schools?  Are you exploring the sciences to see if you would like to be a scientist?  \nIf you want to get into a 4 year school, it is usually a better idea to take your first two years at a Community College.  This way, you are given the opportunity to raise your GPA (if low) and a Community College is usually less expensive than a 4 year College. \n \nAlso, there are alternate schools throughout the country that offer Accredited Degrees that are equivalent to the degrees offered at traditional colleges (Certified by organizations such as the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools).  These schools are very focused in their degree programs and they don't offer a lot of the liberal arts classes that traditional colleges offer in their first two years (cost savings and no waste of time learning something you don't need).  Going to one of these alternate schools will give you the opportunity to learn from instructors who have actually worked in the field that you are studying.  This is important as you learn from experience, not someone who just went to a school, received a degree and started teaching.  \n\nAs a Degree, Astronomy will require you to take quite a bit of Math and Physics.  The Astronomers who I know, all have double majors in Chemistry or Physics.... as well as Astronomy.  A few of them have advanced degrees (Master of Science, PhD, etc. )  \n\nI would recommend exploring the alternate schools more.  You'll learn more, save money, and the alternate schools are very good at finding you a job when you graduate.  Traditional Colleges have very poor job placement departments.  \n\nScience is a very rewarding vocation.  Good Luck!
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You should plan on majoring in some science that you will need in medical school, i.e. biology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.\n\n----\n\nDon't get your heart set on one medical school.  If one doesn't accept you, try another.  Med school competition is usually tough, and it might even take 2 or 3 tries at the same school to finally get in.  You would have a better advantage trying for a med school in the state in which you live.  State funded med schools usually have an obligation to give preference to residents of their own state before accepting out of state students.\n\nEven if you decide against med school, you can still use these degrees for other things.  You could possibly get a job working in some medical position in a hospital.  As a chemistry major, you could get a job doing chemical formulas for drug companies.  With any of the degrees, you could teach community college, or get your master's degree and teach at a university.  Depending on your state's requirements, you could possibly teach in a high school.
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There are alot of "good colleges", but when it comes to choosing a school you need to think about your own personal needs and interests first. Do you want an art school? greek dominated or not? private or public? far from home or an hour away? 50,000 students or 500? (if you aren't sure what you want to do major wise I suggest a larger school with more options) and also especially how much money you are willing to spend.\n\nI suggest making a list of things you are interested in and what you might want out of college and go from there. Start checking out university websites as well. I'm currently a sophmore in college and collegeboard.com was a HUGE help, as was princeton review, especially in the begining stages of the college search. Both sites have quizzes that help you sort through colleges, and on collegeboard you can create an account and keep a list of the schools you like.\n\nGood Luck! =)
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get really good grades and get into a really good engineering school.  see what colleges have interns or alumni at NASA to help you get a foot in the door.  NASA is an extremely hard company to get into. good luck
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i'm a chem major.. it's n ot as bad as people make it seem to be. although there are the hard courses like analytical and physical chem.. the others aren't bad.. the labs are long for since it takes time for reactions to occur but its fun.. even though i'm majoring in chem i still had to take physics and that probably the worse classes i had.. in my opinion.. so if you like sciences and all that stuff i would really recommend chemistry over physics anytime... good luck..
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Well it wasn't hard for me though the college is supposedly really selective. Just make sure your sat or act scores along with your gpa if you still in high school looks good before you apply.  I'm a freshman and I disagree with what the person above me posted. The school is far from boring. Maybe his cousin attends one of the remote colleges of SCAD. I'm at the main campus and I've never heard anyone say anything negative about the school. You should really look into SCAD. I recommend taking a tour.
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You would need to start by taking a genaral chem and bio classes, then you can move up the the higher level classes.  The required classes are going to be different at every school so it would be a good idea to talk to someone at a school you are thinking about going to.  As far as the math goes you will need to take up to calc.  A lot of math is needed in the chem classes.  Good Luck!
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Chemistry can be very hard, but it can also be a game.  If you apply yourself, you should do okay.\n\nIf you are a visualizer, this helps.  As you learn the concepts and reactions, close your eyes and try to "see" the atoms in your mind.\n\nIf you can do this for each type of reaction that you study, then during an exam you only need to close your eyes to get help.