A degree in Chemistry can lead to some very rewarding and exciting careers.

You can:

Attend medical, dental, or veterinary school
Attend graduate school and earn a Ph.D. in Chemistry
Attend law school and specialize in environmental or patent law
Work as a forensic chemist
Work for the state or federal government for agencies such as the EPA, DPH, DNS, or DOT.
Work in industry as a bench or R & D chemist
Work in a pharmacy
Work in a hospital
Teach in a high school
Work as a pharmaceutical or instrument company representative
Become a technical writer

Typically, a Ph.D. degree is required for:

Teaching positions at the university level
Managerial and other advanced positions within industrial/manufacturing firms and governmental agencies/laboratories
Many research positions

The M.S. degree is often sufficient for employment in:

Applied research within industrial and governmental laboratories
Teaching positions at community colleges/high schools

The B.S./B.A. degree is sufficient for many entry-level positions in industry and governmental laboratories, but tends to limit career advancement up the "corporate ladder."

Most scientific employers will pay for advanced degree coursework.

Visit the American Chemical Society for Career Options