The Chemistry Department at California State University, Fresno offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs emphasizing hands-on learning, cutting-edge research, and a supportive community. Students gain a strong foundation in core chemical principles through rigorous coursework and extensive practical experience with modern instrumentation in well-equipped laboratories. Dedicated faculty provide personalized mentorship, guiding students through diverse research opportunities spanning organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and biochemistry. The department prepares graduates for successful careers in various fields including industry, healthcare, government, and academia, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for navigating the chemical world and contributing to scientific advancements.
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California State University, Fresno (Fresno State) is a public university in Fresno, California. It is part of the 23-campus California State University system. The university was founded in 1911 as Fresno State Normal School, and became a four-year institution in 1921. Fresno State offers more than 60 undergraduate degrees, 45 master's degrees, three doctoral degrees, 12 certificates of advanced study, and two different teaching credentials. The university is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity". Fresno State is an Hispanic-serving institution (HSI) and is eligible to be designated as an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander serving institution (AANAPISI).
