Master of Science in Chemistry
at Western Michigan, Kalamazoo

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Master of Science in Chemistry
at
Western Michigan
Overview

The Western Michigan University is among the popular universities to study Master of Science in Chemistry from abroad. The duration of the program is 18 to 24 months. The first-year Western Michigan University tuition fees for Master of Science in Chemistry is around USD 21,737. Students must plan to manage their cost of living (accommodation, groceries, insurance, utilities, etc.) apart from tuition fees to study at the university. The average estimated cost of living is around USD 3,940.

Applicants must meet the Western Michigan University admission requirements to study the course. They must submit an online application by the course deadline to get into the university.

Duration	1.5 - 2 years
Tuition & Fees	₹19.29 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

Master of Science in Chemistry

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Master of Science in Chemistry
at
Western Michigan
Fees

The Western Michigan University fee structure for a Master of Science in Chemistry includes the mandatory payment of the first-year tuition fee. Apart from the tuition costs, students must also plan for some additional costs associated with living in USA, including rent, utilities, food, health insurance and some other expenses. The overall annual cost of living is around USD 3,940. The overall expenses may vary based on the standard of living students opt for and some additional charges asked by the Western Michigan University. The overall first year tuition fee for a Master of Science in Chemistry is around USD 21,737.

For more info regarding the fee breakup for a Master of Science in Chemistry from Western Michigan University, refer the table below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 19,28,724

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 3,49,596
Transportation	INR 1,46,050

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 11ᵗʰ February 2025

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Master of Science in Chemistry
at
Western Michigan
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned
Applicants must have passed High School

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CGPA - 3/4
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

An overall grade point average of at least 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate work

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Marks - 54/90
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Marks - 6.5/9
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Marks - 105/160

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Master of Science in Chemistry
at
Western Michigan
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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This program requires three recommendations
Applicants must send email requests for such recommendations from within the online system

A resume or curriculum vitae (CV) is required

Step two

Additional documents required

Official transcripts
Proof of English language proficiency scores
Applicant must prepare a statement which covers the following information, and attaches it within the online application:
- Summarize your experiences in academic, professional, research, creative, or scholarly activities, and indicate how these experiences make you an ideal candidate for graduate study in your selected program
- Also address how these activities align with the strengths of your chosen program and faculty, and with your professional goals, including future job positions
- This statement (double-spaced and between 500 – 1500 words) should demonstrate your communication skills and writing competence
Applicants must offer a narrative that notes any WMU faculty whose research program interests you and briefly describe why you might like to perform research in their laboratory
Proof of sufficient funds for the first academic year of study at WMU

Step three

Start your online application

https://wmich.edu/grad/apply

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 100 = INR 8.87 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card

Western Michigan University offers a payment plan option for each semester. The payment plan allows students to spread the balance due over a certain number of installments. A convenience fee of 2.85% or $3, whichever is larger, is assessed on each credit/debit card transaction
Fall and Spring semesters have a four (4) and a six (6) payment option. Both plans spread the payments out over the semester. Summer I and Summer II have only one payment plan, which allows students to pay each session in two payments
Students are required to enroll at least one day before the first payment is due
Plans are available approximately four to five weeks before a semester begins

Step five

Application deadline

Fall (Aug): 1st Apr

Spring (Jan): 1st Aug

Summer (May): 15th Jan

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

Master of Science in Chemistry
at
Western Michigan
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#69	Aerospace Engineering PG US News & World Report, 2025
#601	Engineering THE (Times Higher Education), 2025

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Master of Science in Chemistry
at
Western Michigan
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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Western Michigan University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.6/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

100% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Fun loving

Sporty

Internships3.3

Part time work3.7

Post study jobs3.3

Quality of faculty4

Student Life3.3

Value for money3.7

Public transportation5

Safety3.7

Indian Food2.3

Permanent Immigration3.3

Shreyas Mane Verified Icon

Master of Science in Industrial Engineering - Batch of 2024

Offered by Western Michigan University

3.5

Western michigan university is academically oriented and has quite a tough course schedule.

Tips: I didn’t get any scholarship but you will avail other benefits here. Transportation is free for WMU students. Faculty is good but can be better. The temperature here is very cold so be ready for that especially if you are from north or central India. Here are some Indian restaurants that I tried but I didn’t like them since the food is not spicy enough for an Indian maybe that’s more to cater for American taste buds. Before coming here get in touch with someone you know like I had a friend from work and maybe you can bond and start living together. Campus is not too big but it’s good you don’t need any rides inside. Overall it is average here.

Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation in the city is good. Also, for WMU students it's free of cost.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 498

Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 62424

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2023Read more

anuj sharma Verified Icon

Master of Science in Engineering Management - Batch of 2023

Offered by Western Michigan University

4.5

Smooth transition from a work-life in India to student life in tier-2 university in USA

Tips: Apart from all the relevant courses and graduation plans before starting your semester, try to avoid any possible graduation delay. Also, knowing the on-campus job options including scholarship opportunities in their respective departments help you plan finances accordingly. Look for off-campus living options as they are cheaper, safer yet closer to the campus to avoid any additional expenses.

Likes (Student Life): I've never felt out of place ever since I landed in the city. It could possibly be due to, but not limited to, a lot of Indian students around me. Also, ample options as far as fun, part time, internships, and life on campus is concerned. You'll never feel left out, the community is very welcoming. The smoothest transition you could ever imagine.

Dislikes (Safety): Though I've personally never felt unsafe even at odd hours. But we do hear some news once in a while pertaining to student safety on the university blog, that raises a question about overall safety. Once in a while, you might come across news that's disturbing but it's very rare. Mostly it's in the residential areas of the town way far from the student residences. Moreover, there's a dedicated police department for the university significantly taking care of student safety.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1223

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75186

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2023Read more

Arbaz Mohammed Verified Icon

Master of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2021

Offered by Western Michigan University

2.7

WMU is a good pricey university with a lot of degrees to choose from.

Tips: Kalamazoo is a small town. If you're a Muslim then you'll have problem finding halal food. There are very few options for assistantship too and it's pretty hard to find them. There are a lot of off-campus housing options and they're pretty cheap. Learn to cook before you come here, you'll need it!

Likes (Public transportation): University provides free transportation anywhere across Kalamazoo (city where the university is located). They also provide good maps and timely updates on buses. There are very few buses running on Sundays, so you might need to find a way for the weekends. Cabs are rare and expensive, but the buses are good and you can manage with them.

Dislikes (Indian Food): I am an Indian Muslim and I only eat halal food. There are barely any restaurants that serve halal and probably none to very few Indian restaurants. There is a subway on campus and there is a huge building dedicated for food and it has a lot of options from Pizzas to salads, and burgers to noodles. You'll get everything on campus made fresh. This is where you can start your first job and get a social security number too.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 350

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 30 Sep 2022Read more

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Master of Science in Chemistry
at
Western Michigan
Highlights

The Master of Science in chemistry at Western Michigan University is designed to provide a broad background in the various fields of chemistry with a concentration in one area
This program is research-based and a thesis of original research is required for graduation