Department of Chemistry & Physics

Southeast Missouri State University physics students perform a test with a laser.

Studying in the Department of Chemistry and Physics puts you on your path: to research, to grad schools, to a career making great strides in fields where the world’s biggest solutions need the world’s greatest thinkers and researchers.

It also means you’ll have options. From forensic science to physics to biochemistry and beyond. You’ll find your path working alongside experienced faculty doing real research as an undergraduate. Meaning you’ll leave Southeast as a confident graduate with experience you can leverage for your next step.

Programs and Research

If you're curious to learn more about our world--not only what it is made of and how it works, but how to make it work for the environment we live in today, our academic programs are your answer.

Academic Programs

Rigorous coursework coupled with required undergraduate research or internship opportunities help you build your knowledge base and your resume. Another hallmark of our program? Dedicated faculty committee to scholarly research and your education.
Undergraduate Majors Undergraduate Minors
Southeast Missouri State University physics students receive faculty assistance in their lab.

Undergraduate Research

In the Department of Chemistry and Physics, we know you get the most out of your education when you’re doing. Through hands-on experiences like undergraduate research, you’ll apply what you’ve learned firsthand.
Experiential Learning
SEMO chemistry students learn how aspirin is made in a Magill Hall chemistry lab.

Course Rotations

Do you want to check to make sure your class is offered in the semester that you need it? Or perhaps you want to plan your schedule for the next year or two. Check the course rotation schedule to get an idea of when the courses you need are offered.
Explore Course Rotation Schedule

Start a Seamless Pathway to Medical School

Southeast Missouri State University and the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine have partnered to provide SEMO students with a seamless transition to medical school. Are you exploring osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, dental medicine, or podiatric medicine? This pathway gets you on track for success.
LECOM Early Acceptance Program

American Chemical Society (ACS)

Accreditations

American Chemical Society’s Approved Chemistry Program Seal
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Take the Next Step

Chemistry & Physics

Contact Us

Location

Office

Rhodes Hall 306

Mailing Address

Department of Chemistry and Physics
One University Plaza, MS 6400
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701