化学是对物质，其性质以及与其他物质和能量相互作用的科学研究。在USU，化学专业的学生有机会从研究开始就进行本科生研究，首先是担任实验室助理，最后是继续从事自己的研究项目。化学老师对中学或高中阶段的学生进行化学基础教育。元素以及组合不同类型元素时发生的化学反应以及如何正确编写科学方程式。该系为有兴趣从事高中或中学化学老师的学生提供了两种选择。化学教学选项适用于希望教化学但不寻求美国化学会认证所要求的学习深度的学生。化学专业对化学教育的重视要求另外一些数学，统计学和化学课程，使学生获得ACS认证。
Chemistry is the scientific study of matter, its properties, and interactions with other matter and with energy. At USU, chemistry majors have the opportunity to conduct undergraduate research from the beginning of their studies, first as laboratory assistants and eventually moving on to their own research projects. Chemistry teachers educate students in middle school or high school levels on the basic chemical properties of elements and the chemical reactions that take place when different types of elements are combined and how to properly write scientific equations. Chemistry teachers educate students in middle school or high school levels on the basic chemical properties of elements and the chemical reactions that take place when different types of elements are combined and how to properly write scientific equations.<br>The department has two options for students interested in careers as high school or middle school chemistry teachers. The chemistry teaching option is appropriate for students who wish to teach chemistry, but who do not seek the depth of study required for American Chemical Soceity certification. The chemical education emphasis within the chemistry major requires a few additional math, statistics, and chemistry courses, which allows students to become ACS certified.