Chemistry is the study of the properties and transformations of matter. It is often called the “Central Discipline” of Science because the other natural sciences draw so heavily on an understanding of the world at the level of atoms and molecules. Examples range from molecular biology to nanotechnology to chemical physics.

The scientific overlaps between chemistry and the other molecular sciences have led to the involvement of the Chemistry faculty and students in collaborative projects with other departments and with university interdisciplinary programs such as materials science, genomics, and environmental studies.

Students find that a concentration in Chemistry provides a broad foundation in modern science, where the old divisions are rapidly losing relevance.

The Princeton University Chemistry Department provides undergraduate students with smaller classes, the challenge of a unique Senior Thesis project, and personal attention from an internationally-respected faculty. We also offer you an appropriate curriculum for your specific career plans and work at the professional level.