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Chemistry Schools in Iowa

In 2020-2021, 203 students earned their Chemistry degrees in IA.

In terms of popularity, Chemistry is the 57th most popular major in the state out of a total 268 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Iowa

Chemistry majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 156
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 36
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 36
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 36
Master’s Degree 10
Associate Degree 1

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, a chemistry major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of chemistry majors in Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.0%
  • Black or African American: 4.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.4%
  • White: 66.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 16.3%
  • Other Races: 5.4%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Iowa

In this state, there are 14,890 people employed in jobs related to a chemistry degree, compared to 1,333,980 nationwide.

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Wages for Chemistry Jobs in Iowa

A typical salary for a chemistry grad in the state is $74,140, compared to a typical salary of $83,850 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Iowa that offer chemistry degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

University of Iowa

Iowa City
64 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,318 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. The 2.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,401.

56 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
31,822 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.41 years to graduate. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.40%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $48,810 a year.

#3

Morningside College

Sioux City
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
2,411 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $22,350. Most students complete their degree in 4.10 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

#4

Grinnell College

Grinnell
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
1,493 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,599 after earning their degree at this institution. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 88% of students receive it. This private school has an average net price of $25,182.

#5

Luther College

Decorah
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
1,802 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 77% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.

#6

Drake University

Des Moines
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
4,774 Total Students

In their early career, Drake grads earn an average salary of $54,644. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate. The full-time teacher rate is 67%.

#7

Coe College

Cedar Rapids
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
1,394 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.03 years to graduate. 100% of students get financical aid. An average student at Coe will pay a net price of $20,371.

#8

Cornell College

Mount Vernon
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
1,002 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.01 years. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $36,662 a year.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
1,517 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.07 years to graduate. 89% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, Graceland Lamoni grads earn an average salary of $37,822.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
9,507 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,071 after earning their degree at this institution. The average student takes 4.39 years to complete their degree at UNI.

Chemistry Careers in IA

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Chemists 20% $70,730
Natural Sciences Managers 13% $117,890
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 12% $68,350
Forensic Science Technicians 11% $76,840
Physics Postsecondary Professors 11% $99,910
Chemistry Professors 8% $82,980
High School Teachers 7% $56,040

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to chemistry.

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Physics 141
Geological & Earth Sciences 54
Atmospheric Sciences 17
Astronomy & Astrophysics 11
General Physical Sciences 1

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