What is the difference between a BA and a BS degree in Chemistry?
The BA requires fewer semester hours in chemistry, and gives the option of taking non-calculus based physics to satisfy the physics requirement. BA majors may also, with the permission of the department, substitute a physics course (at the 200 level or above) or a course in molecular biology (at the 300-level or above) for one course in chemistry. For further details, go to www.sbc.edu/chem/degrees.html.

How do I go about getting involved in research over the summer?
Easy! Contact each of the faculty members within the department and ask them if they think they will have any openings for summer research. If so, ask what type of project they would expect to have you working on. Check with all of the professors and decide what type of research fits your interests the most.

How much money can I expect to earn over the summer for research?
This typically depends on whether you are funded through the Sweet Briar College Honors Summer Research Program (HSRP) or by the individual faculty member. The stipend is usually about $3,000 to $3,250 for an eight-week period.

Where do I live while doing summer research?
The dorms are open to research students during the eight-week research period at a cost of $25/week.