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Chemistry Schools in North Carolina

882 students earned Chemistry degrees in North Carolina in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Chemistry is the 32nd most popular major in the state out of a total 287 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in North Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 703
Master’s Degree 95
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 84
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 84
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 84

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of chemistry majors in North Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.6%
  • Black or African American: 13.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.1%
  • White: 57.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.2%
  • Other Races: 7.0%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in North Carolina

38,420 people in the state and 1,333,980 in the nation are employed in jobs related to chemistry.

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Wages for Chemistry Jobs in North Carolina

A typical salary for a chemistry grad in the state is $69,130, compared to a typical salary of $83,850 nationwide.

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

226 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
30,092 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 77% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,002 after earning their degree at this institution. 64% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

89 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
28,798 Total Students

The average student takes 4.44 years to complete their degree at ECU. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,550. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $41,603 a year.

72 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
17,915 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $19,136. The average student takes 4.24 years to complete their degree at UNCW. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 72% are considered full time.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
36,042 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.00%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,411. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

61 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
12,243 Total Students

In their early career, WCU grads earn an average salary of $37,533. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. 85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#6

Duke University

Durham
55 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
16,172 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,459. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 63% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
20,023 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,989. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

44 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
30,146 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.40%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,249 after earning their degree at this institution.

#9

Wake Forest University

Winston-Salem
32 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
8,789 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 74%. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,764 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 5.30% which is lower than average. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $36,963 after graduation.

Chemistry Careers in NC

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title NC Job Growth NC Median Salary
Natural Sciences Managers 20% $140,600
Forensic Science Technicians 20% $44,720
Chemists 14% $71,960
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 14% $58,600
Environmental Science Professors 12% $65,430
Physics Postsecondary Professors 11% $75,380
Chemistry Professors 10% $71,450
High School Teachers 8% $46,760

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

Major Annual Graduates in NC
Physics 356
Geological & Earth Sciences 263
Other Physical Science 47
Atmospheric Sciences 37
Materials Sciences 9

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