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Chemistry Schools in Pennsylvania

In 2020-2021, 988 students earned their Chemistry degrees in PA.

As a degree choice, Chemistry is the 48th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Pennsylvania

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 737
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 125
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 125
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 125
Master’s Degree 104
Associate Degree 22

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 9.9%
  • Black or African American: 3.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.9%
  • White: 64.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 10.7%
  • Other Races: 6.4%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Pennsylvania

65,220 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 Pennsylvania

In this state, chemistry grads earn an average of $77,250. Nationwide, they make an average of $83,850.

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There are 11 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer chemistry degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

97 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
32,277 Total Students

In their early career, Pitt grads earn an average salary of $48,483. The student loan default rate is 2.90% which is lower than average. 77% of the teachers are full time.

86 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
89,816 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $27,530. Of all the students who attend this school, 75% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 83%.

76 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
26,552 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 57% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years. Graduates earn an average $80,445 after graduation.

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
13,519 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 0.70% which is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 60% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.19 years.

#5

Temple University

Philadelphia
54 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
37,236 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $47,659 a year. 91% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 56%.

#6

Villanova University

Villanova
41 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
11,032 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. 66% of the teachers are full time. The 0.90% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#7

Drexel University

Philadelphia
40 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
23,589 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $64,777 a year. An average student at Drexel will pay a net price of $35,963.

#8

Haverford College

Haverford
34 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
1,307 Total Students

The average student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree at Haverford. Graduates earn an average $42,959 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1.

#9

Carlow University

Pittsburgh
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
1,976 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $21,190.

#10

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
8,830 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 51%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $56,932 a year. 100% of students get financical aid.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
2,254 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $54,904 after earning their degree at this institution. An average student at Franklin and Marshall will pay a net price of $30,911.

Chemistry Careers in PA

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title PA Job Growth PA Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 16% $46,900
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 9% $66,110
Natural Sciences Managers 8% $130,970
Chemistry Professors 8% $83,690
Physics Postsecondary Professors 7% $88,720
Environmental Science Professors 6% $83,020
High School Teachers 6% $62,990
Chemists 3% $71,600

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

Major Annual Graduates in PA
Physics 638
Geological & Earth Sciences 509
Materials Sciences 182
Astronomy & Astrophysics 102
Atmospheric Sciences 79
General Physical Sciences 63
Other Physical Science 1

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