Studying Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Do you consider yourself a precise, scientific, and intellectual person? Are you drawn
to activities where you work with numbers or machines? Do you want to use mathematics,
science, and technology to solve problems and shape the future? If this sounds like
you, explore our opportunities and see what it means to be a Golden Eagle.

Meet Damien Cooper
B.S. in Chemistry, Dr. Matthew Donahue's Lab | American Chemical Society Scholar
As a student at USM, I am able to thrive in an environment where I am supported by both my peers and faculty. With being a chemistry major, the ease of being able to participate in research on campus has also been a defining factor in my development as a student and my future career.
Learn by Doing
Find yourself actively participating in faculty-mentored research, seminars, and activities
beyond the classroom. From designing and constructing a building to addressing today’s
challenges through research and field-based experiences, here you will explore!

Meet Dr. Leila Hamdan
Professor in Coastal Sciences | Molecular Microbial Ecologist Exploring Shipwreck Ecosystems
I involve my students in research of invisible life in the deepest parts of the ocean. What I love the most about exploring with undergraduates is being there with them during their first expeditions on research vessels, solving problems, improvising and forging bonds with other shipmates that can last for decades.
Alumni
We proudly boast a vibrant community of alumni that are soaring across industries
and working at companies around the world. Here are some recent graduates.
Meet Sarah Rubelowsky ’17
B.S. in Biological Sciences | College of Veterinary Medicine | Mississippi State University
During my time at USM, I had the best mentors who challenged me and genuinely wanted to see me succeed. Research is hard, but when your mentor is willing to sit with you and draw diagram after diagram until you fully understand those challenging concepts, that is something you don’t forget and will always appreciate.

Song Zhang ’21
B.S. in Polymer Science and Engineering
Postdoctoral Scholar, Chemical Engineering
Stanford University
Santa Clara, California

Maggie Capes ’20
B.S. in Mathematics Education and minor in Music
Mathematics Educator
W. P. Davidson High School, Mobile County Public School

Brandon Jackson ’18
B.S. in Construction Engineering
President, Jackson Brothers Construction Services
Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana

Emily Stahly ’21
B.S. in Forensic Science, M.S. in Criminal Justice
Paraprofessional, Saraland Middle School
Saraland, Alabama
Interesting Courses
Did you know over 2.8 K courses are offered in an academic year in STEM? Here is a sampling of courses that might spark your interest.

Elasmobranch Biology
COA 422
Be introduced to the diversity of Elasmobranchii (sharks, skates, and rays) and learn how to identify species. You will get to participate in several inshore and offshore collecting trips as well as dissections.

Cryptography and Cybersecurity
CSC 418
Learn about the process of protecting personal information and making it safer for users to send messages over public spaces without unwanted cyber threats.

Crime Scene Documentation
FSC 445
Participate in the processing of a crime scene, including crime scene photography, sketching of the crime scene and collecting and processing evidence.

Spatial Analysis and Modeling
GHY 418
Engage in learning about the concepts and applications of raster based analysis technique in GIS, as well as spatial statistics and spatial modeling.
Explore
- Architectural Engineering Technology BS
- Architectural Engineering Technology Minor
- Biological Sciences (Biomedical Sciences) BS
- Biological Sciences (Conservation Biology) BS
- Biological Sciences (Licensure) BS
- Biological Sciences (Microbiology) BS
- Biological Sciences BS
- Biological Sciences Minor
- Chemistry (ACS-Certified Chemistry) BS
- Chemistry (Biochemistry) BS
- Chemistry (Licensure) BS
- Chemistry Minor
- Construction Management
- Computer Engineering BS
- Computer Science BS
- Computer Science (Applied Computer Science) BS
- Cybersecurity BAS
- Forensics (Anthropology) BS
- Forensics (Biological Sciences) BS
- Forensics (Chemistry and Biochemistry) BS
- Forensics (Criminal Justice) BS
- Forensic Science Minor
- Geography BS
- Geography Minor
- Geographic Information Technology Certificate
- Geology BS
- Geology Minor
- Information Technology BS
- Marine Biology BS
- Marine Science (Hydrography) BS
- Marine Science BS
- Marine Science Minor
- Mathematics (Licensure) BS
- Mathematics BS
- Mathematics Minor
- Medical Laboratory Science BS
- Physics (Licensure) BS
- Physics BS
- Physics Minor
- Sustainability Sciences (Coastal System Dynamics) BS
- Ocean Engineering BS
- Polymer Science and Engineering BS
- Polymer Science Minor
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