The Complex Biological Systems Ph.D. program is use-oriented, problem-focused, and emphasizes the scales of societal problems (from molecules to ecological systems) and the connections between these scales. This program brings together interdisciplinary faculty mentors with overlapping big-picture goals and complementary skill sets, providing students with diverse cutting-edge dissertation research experiences.

The Ph.D. in Geology, is designed to prepare students for successful careers in scientific education and research. The program offers a highly flexible curriculum with an emphasis on developing the skills, expertise, and commitment necessary for graduates to become leaders in the scientific research community.

The Ph.D. in Materials Science & Engineering is designed to meet the changing needs of researchers, scholars and scientists in academia, industry, and the government. The program prepares students for careers in research and/or academics by providing an environment that closely reflects the realities and expectations encountered by today’s academicians, professional scientists and research engineers.

The Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry provides students with the skills necessary to succeed in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. This program is highly interdisciplinary and includes research experiences in: a) preparation of drugs (organic synthesis); b) chemical characterization (analytical chemistry); c) understanding the role of molecular modifications in determining structure-activity relationships (medicinal/biochemistry); d) in vitro and in vivo evaluation of biological targets (pharmacology); and e) understanding the mechanism of action and metabolism of the drug within the body (pharmacodynamics/kinetics).

The Master of Arts in Mathematics offers advanced study in mathematics and statistics while developing skills relevant to today’s technologically oriented society. Students can tailor their coursework to align with career goals in business and industry, higher education, data analysis, or further graduate study. To support a range of academic and professional interests, the program offers concentrations in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Statistics.

The M.S. in Complex Biological Systems is use-oriented, problem-focused, and emphasizes the scales of societal problems (from molecules to ecological systems) and the connections between these scales. This program brings together interdisciplinary faculty mentors with overlapping big-picture goals and complementary skill sets, providing students with diverse cutting-edge research and educational experiences.

The M.S. in Materials Science & Engineering program allows students to obtain advanced knowledge in materials and expand their skill sets in emerging topics of interest. The program will prepare students with the necessary knowledge and skills for careers in materials science and engineering.

The M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science provides advanced scientific, analytical, and administrative training preparing graduates for leadership careers in Medical Laboratory Science. Students who complete this degree will be well equipped for managerial positions in a variety of clinical settings.

The M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences provides students with a solid foundation in basic chemistry and its applications in pharmaceutical sciences especially in the areas of research and development. Students will graduate with the necessary knowledge, skill sets, and training to effectively contribute to the development and characterization of new therapies for human disease and will be prepared for a career in pharmaceutical or biomedical research.

The M.S. in Urban & Regional Planning is recognized as the terminal degree for this profession. This program focuses on all planning fields commonly practiced in southern New Jersey but at the same time highlights their global significance related to climate change, environmental degradation, sustainability, resiliency, and diversity.

The Certificate of Graduate Study (CUGS) in Cannabinoid Chemistry will prepare students in the fundamental and underlying science necessary for the analysis of marijuana, cannabinoids, and related materials. This training is useful for careers in health professions, food science, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology.

This Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) in Geospatial Science & Methods provides an introduction to how information becomes data that can be presented visually in the form of a map, to communicate to an audience, yield new analytical insights, or present patterns and relationships unavailable in other forms and continues to advanced analytical modes using various spatial data types.

The Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) in Industrial Chemistry is intended for students with a background in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, and/or Chemical Engineering who wish to understand chemical industry procedures and practices generally employed in pharmaceutical drug development.

The Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) in Medical Laboratory Science provides the scientific and clinical training needed to enter the Medical Laboratory workforce. Students who complete this certificate will be well equipped for entry level positions in a variety of clinical settings and will accrue leadership training making them better prepared for future managerial opportunities, after working in the field.

The Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) in Sustainability Studies offers students a credential demonstrating their understanding of applying sustainability concepts in the ‘real world’. The program helps STEM students to understand avenues for implementing comprehensive sustainability solutions and non-STEM students to strengthen their environment and sustainability skill set.

The Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) introduces students to theory and practice of Urban & Regional Planning. Students will survey the discipline’s history and major theoretical advancements before achieving an in-depth understanding of environmental and community planning practices. Students will also learn the major regulatory frameworks operating in the State of New Jersey as well as nationally recognized ethical principles to guide a successful career in planning.

The B.A. in Biological Sciences is a good choice for students who would like to pair their study of biology with another discipline such as education, psychology, environmental studies, biomedical illustration, writing arts, or business, and do not plan on a career as a scientific researcher.

The B.A. in Chemistry prepares students for science, business, or law careers. The degree can also be combined with the Master of Arts in STEM Education in an Accelerated Dual Degree Program for students interested in teaching high school Chemistry.

The B.A. in Environmental Science is designed for careers in environmental consulting, management, science writing, or science education. The program also provides enough free electives to permit a second major in areas such as Education, Communications, Environmental & Sustainability Studies, or Geology.

The B.A. in Environmental & Sustainability Studies (BAESS) is an opportunity to explore humanity’s relationship with the natural world from a range of perspectives in the social sciences and humanities. BAESS is also a great option for students interested in environmental policy.

The discipline of geography focuses on understanding the world across scales from local to global. It is an integrative science that explores the spatial relationships and functional systems of the natural and human world. The geography major maximizes flexibility so that students can design a program of study that meets individual interests and career goals.

The B.A. in Physics is a flexible program designed for students wishing to complete a double major or earn a minor (or two). Example careers for those with this degree include high school physics teaching, middle-school general science teaching, environmental science, marketing or sales representative for a technical industry, technical writing, medicine, or law.

The B.S. in Biochemistry, accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, is designed to prepare students for a career in biochemistry or graduate studies. Completion of the degree requirements can also increase a student’s chances of success in medical, dental or other related health programs.

Bioinformatics is a multidisciplinary field of study that uses computational and statistical tools to answer large biological questions. The advent of next-generation DNA/RNA sequencing and other high-throughput biological techniques has resulted in extremely large datasets. In this program, students will learn underlying biological concepts as well as how to store, process and interpret such datasets.

The B.S. in Biological Sciences program provides students a broad background in biology, with the flexibility for students to build their own specialty track and prepare for a career. Our faculty's wide range of experience prepares students for work in research, teaching, laboratories, professional schools, and graduate programs in diverse areas.

The B.S. in Biophysics prepares students for medical school, graduate school in biophysics, and careers in the biomedical industry. While more specialized than the B.S. in Physics, there is still enough broad scientific learning such that the degree can also lead to similar post-graduate paths.

The B.S. in Chemistry, accredited by the American Chemical Society, prepares students for a scientific career in the chemical industry (eg. pharmaceutical, materials, polymer, paint, fragrance, fine chemical, etc.), government jobs (eg. EPA, FDA, NSF, NIST, etc.) or graduate studies.

The B.S. in Community & Environmental Planning prepares students for positions in local, state, and federal agencies, private companies, planning departments, engineering firms, and many others as well as graduate education in planning. The program has a special focus on sustainable community design, land conservation, and the specific planning practices and challenges of the region.

The B.S. in Environmental Science is designed for students interested in scientific careers or pursuing graduate studies. Field experiences are an essential element of our curriculum, beginning in the first year. Graduates leave with a broad understanding of several scientific disciplines and mathematics.

The B.S. in Geographic Information Science (B.S.GIS) is a professional degree program that prepares students for a range of careers dealing with geospatial technologies, modeling, and spatial problem solving.

The B.S. in Geology is composed of foundation courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics; core courses in geology; and electives in geology, applied geology, or paleontology. The program is designed to prepare students to immediately enter positions in the geoscience workforce in consulting firms or government agencies; pursue professional studies; or undertake graduate studies in geoscience disciplines.

The B.S. in Mathematics prepares students for graduate work in mathematics and disciplines, such as engineering, the physical sciences, statistics, computer science, and other areas requiring extensive mathematical training.

Molecular & Cellular Biology focuses on the study of the processes that govern living organisms. Comprehensive curricula cover theory and laboratory methods, allowing students to carry out and understand molecular and biomedical research. The program provides students a solid foundation in the life sciences preparing them for careers in highly competitive health professions programs such as medical school, dental school, and pharmacy school.

The B.S. in Neuroscience prepares students in an interdisciplinary field studying the nervous system and how it controls physiological functions such as behavior and cognition. Students will learn the subdisciplines of neurobiology, neuropsychology, and theoretical and computational neuroscience.

The B.S. in Physics prepares students for graduate school in physics or engineering, professional schools, and for careers in industry, government, business, or teaching.

The B.S. in Translational Biomedical Sciences provides diverse training in life sciences, mathematics, statistics, and the physical sciences. The program translates innovative basic science data to improved biomedical and clinically-related outcomes, by turning scientific innovations into diagnostic tools, therapeutics, etc. Students are immersed in cutting-edge research within faculty laboratories while learning the underlying molecular concepts that drive cellular and organismal systems.