The minor in geochemistry is for students with a strong interest in chemistry and Earth science. It emphasizes the application of chemical principles to geologic processes.

The minor requires 24 credits, as follows:

• Any four-credit 100-level GEOL course
• GEOL 470
• Eight credits from the following CHEM courses: 221, 351 (one of 221 or 351 is strongly recommended), 231, 332, 341, 422, 452, 482 or 484
• Eight credits from the following GEOL courses: 303, 304, 416, 423 or 465.