The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology offers rigorous programs of graduate study leading to Ph.D. degree or M.S. (with or without research thesis) degree. The Ph.D. curriculum balances directed research with coursework to prepare our graduates for careers in industry and academia. The M.S. program is designed to serve the needs of industrial chemists seeking to broaden and enrich their knowledge-base. Regardless of degree program or area of specialization, graduate students begin with lecture courses that lay the foundation for intellectual development in their chosen area. Students then shift their focus to research projects under the direction of their research advisors, culminating with a thesis or dissertation. Financial support is guaranteed for all Ph.D. candidates in good academic standing, and may come from a variety of sources including research assistantships, teaching assistantships and a variety of fellowships, including the GAANN (Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need) program administered by the Department of Education.