Join LSU's Academic Accelerator for a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry! Gain essential support and earn credits for a successful career in education.
The Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) is a balanced first-year program for international students with good English-language skills. It supplements immersive classes taught in English with just the right amount of support. Students in the Academic Accelerator receive: Adequate support for academic and English-speaking needs A full year’s worth of college credits Access to courses exclusively for international students English-language assistance with key vocabulary for classes A mix of classes with both international and U.S. students The Department of Chemistry offers a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Chemistry majors must choose one of eight concentrations, ideally in their sophomore year. The concentrations include: Biological Chemistry Chemical Physics Chemistry and A Second Discipline Environmental Chemistry Materials Polymers Pre-professional Chemistry Secondary Education These concentrations can be categorized based on whether they prepare students for a career in chemistry or another profession, such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or education. The secondary education concentration is part of the Geaux Teach–Math and Sciences Program. Upon completion of this concentration and meeting additional requirements of the Louisiana Department of Education, students will be eligible for certification as teachers in grades 6-12 in Louisiana.
