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Lehigh's Department of Chemistry offers a wide range of educational and research opportunities. Students discover who they are while pursuing their interests in analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic and physical chemistry through close faculty mentorship at every level.

Undergraduates work together and with faculty to face big, complex challenges. Seventy percent of students engage in hands-on research, and 25% of seniors participate in the selective College Scholars Program. Undergraduates can pursue a Bachelor of Arts or an ACS-certified Bachelor of Science degree, leaving ready for a meaningful career and to make a lasting difference in the world.

Graduate students at Lehigh are doing real work. They benefit from small research groups, interdisciplinary collaborations and full financial support while pursuing a master of science or a doctoral degree. They gain the skills to solve real-world challenges and shape the future, preparing for careers in science, medicine, law or industry.

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Domenica Fertal, Ph.D. candidate, in her lab.

Student Spotlight

Ph.D. candidate Domenica Fertal wins prestigious ACS WCC Merck Research Award.


Domenica Fertal

Ph.D. Candidate

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Xiaoji Xu, Associate Professor, in his lab.
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Innovative Researcher Recognized for Advancing Infrared Spectroscopy and Nanoscale Chemical Imaging

Xiaoji Xu, associate professor, honored with 2025 ACS Richard Van Duyne Early Career Award in Experimental Physical Chemistry.

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