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Chemistry in Massachusetts

Chemistry Schools in Massachusetts

801 students earned Chemistry degrees in Massachusetts in the 2022-2023 year.

In this state, Chemistry is the 51st most popular major out of a total 305 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 518
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 165
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 165
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 165
Master’s Degree 100
Associate Degree 18

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 15.0%
  • Black or African American: 5.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.1%
  • White: 45.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 18.4%
  • Other Races: 8.4%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 37,190 people employed in jobs related to a chemistry degree, compared to 1,333,980 nationwide.

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Wages for Chemistry Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, chemistry grads earn an average of $89,000. Nationwide, they make an average of $83,850.

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

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge
85 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $19,500. 88% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.15 years to complete their degree at Harvard.

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60 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
11,254 Total Students

99% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.11 years. The student to faculty ratio is 3 to 1.

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54 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Boston U. 53% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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49 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
22,905 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $28,521. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it.

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48 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 79% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. This public school has an average net price of $21,846.

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#6

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
44 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $39,090. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. 53% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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39 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
5,440 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $35,439. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years.

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32 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
18,150 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,281. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 62% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.45 years to complete their degree at UMass Lowell.

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29 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
2,970 Total Students

91% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 72% of students receive it.

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#9

Tufts University

Medford
29 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 46% get financial aid. This private school has an average net price of $35,123. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years.

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Chemistry Careers in MA

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Chemistry Professors 15% $93,350
Chemists 9% $87,240

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Physics 679
Geological & Earth Sciences 153
Astronomy & Astrophysics 108
Materials Sciences 22
Atmospheric Sciences 7
General Physical Sciences 4
Other Physical Science 4

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