The Klein College of Science (COS) was established in 2023 with Founding Dean Bernadette Donovan-Merkert as part of a strategic reorganization to enhance the focus on scientific disciplines at UNC Charlotte. The college encompasses the departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics and Statistics, and Physics and Optical Science, as well as the Botanical Gardens and McMillan Greenhouse. The college is committed to fostering a collaborative community that supports student success in science and mathematics, even for those whose majors lie outside these fields. The Klein College of Science is home to more than 2,000 undergraduate and graduate majors and also plays a crucial role in providing general education requirements for all UNC Charlotte students with specialized science and mathematics training.
Overall, the Klein Hall and Klein College of Science represent a significant advancement for UNC Charlotte. They embody the university’s commitment to scientific excellence and innovation, providing students and faculty with the resources and environment needed to thrive in their academic and research endeavors. The generosity of Gené and Fred Klein has not only transformed the physical landscape of the campus but also set the stage for future scientific breakthroughs and educational advancements.
The Klein College of Science is one of the eight discipline-based colleges at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, housing 18 academic departments and numerous interdisciplinary programs. The College serves the Charlotte region and the state of North Carolina and is engaged in the discovery, dissemination, synthesis and application of knowledge. It provides for the educational, economic, social, and cultural advancement of the people of North Carolina through on-and off-campus programs, continuing personal and professional education opportunities, research and collaborative relationships with the private, public, and nonprofit institutional resources of the greater Charlotte metropolitan region. The College offers a wide array of graduate programming including graduate certificate, Master of Arts, Master of Science, and Ph.D. programs.
Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics and Statistics
Nanoscale Science
Optical Science and Engineering
Physics