Undergraduate Studies

Three students doing chemistry

Available Majors

Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
The BA degree in chemistry is designed for students who want a more general education than is possible in the BS curriculum, while at the same time receiving a substantial background in chemistry. For several related fields, this program offers a broad pre-professional education.

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
The BS in Chemistry degree program is designed to prepare professional chemists for industrial, governmental, academic, and research positions. This curriculum meets approved requirements for professional training. Students completing the BS in Chemistry may pursue one of these tracks:

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Standard Degree Track
  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Biochemistry Concentration
  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Business Concentration

Undergraduate Advisors

Prof. Lenore K. Hoyt - students with last name A - I.
Phone: (502) 852-2997    Office: CB 220   Email: lenore.hoyt@louisville.edu

Prof. Eugene G. Mueller - students with last name J - Q.
Phone: (502) 852-5811    Office: SRB 346     Email:

Prof. Mark E. Noble - students with last name R - Z.
Phone: (502) 852-7296    Office: CB 348     Email: menoble@louisville.edu

Prof. Muriel C. Maurer - all pre-med, pre-dent, pre-pharm, etc. students.
Phone: (502) 852-7008    Office: CB 336     Email: muriel.maurer@louisville.edu

Additional Information

Undergraduate Research
Undergraduate Teaching Assistantship Opportunities
Course Offerings
General Chemistry Program
Service Learning Program
International Service Learning Program
Study Abroad/International Programs
Honors Program
About the University

Please contact us about our program via email or phone (502-852-6798).
You can also contact one of the undergraduate advisors listed above.