Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Chemistry

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Your Science. Your Path. BA in Chemistry at Texas A&M University-San Antonio.

The Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry Program is designed for students who want the analytical power of a chemistry degree with the flexibility to pursue their own goals. At TAMUSA, the BA offers a rigorous chemistry foundation while freeing up course space to pair with pre-health prerequisites, a minor, or coursework in business, law, or education - making it one of the most versatile science degrees available in South Texas.

Ideal for students on a pre-med, pre-pharmacy, pre-dental, or pre-veterinary path, the BA satisfies health professional school prerequisites while allowing room for the full range of courses those programs require. Students also benefit from TAMUSA's low student-to-faculty ratio, access to professional-grade instrumentation, and active encouragement to pursue internships, undergraduate research, and study abroad. All high-impact experiences that strengthen any health or professional school application.

Career Opportunities

Medical, Dental, Pharmacy & Veterinary School: competitive preparation for health professional programs
Pharmacist / Pharmacy Technician: high demand across Texas hospital systems and retail chains
Healthcare & Clinical Laboratory: medical lab scientist, clinical technician
Regulatory Affairs & Compliance: pharmaceutical and biotech industries
Environmental Health & Safety: government agencies, TCEQ, and private sector
Science Education: K-12 teacher (with additional certification coursework)
Patent Law / Science Policy: with additional graduate or law studies
Pharmaceutical & Medical Sales: growing industry across Texas

Faculty Highlights

Led by faculty with advanced degrees from top research institutions, TAMUSA's Chemistry program brings real-world expertise into every classroom. Our own Dr. Debra Feakes -a Chemistry professor with a Ph.D. from Utah State University- serves as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, reflecting the program's academic leadership within the university. Our growing team of Tenure-Track faculty brings cutting-edge research expertise in energy, water treatment, cancer research, and computational modeling, giving students the opportunity to engage in work that matters locally and nationally. Faculty mentor students directly in undergraduate research, preparing them for graduate programs and competitive careers.