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Chemistry Schools in South Carolina

242 Chemistry students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Chemistry is the 48th most popular major in the state out of a total 251 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in South Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 198
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 32
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 32
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 32
Master’s Degree 12

Gender Distribution

In South 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 South Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.5%
  • Black or African American: 12.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.7%
  • White: 68.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.3%
  • Other Races: 3.3%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in South Carolina

In this state, there are 18,080 people employed in jobs related to a chemistry degree, compared to 1,333,980 nationwide.

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Wages for Chemistry Jobs in South Carolina

In this state, chemistry grads earn an average of $72,970. Nationwide, they make an average of $83,850.

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

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
35,470 Total Students

18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $45,626 after graduation. 72% of the teachers are full time.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
26,406 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,690 a year. This public school has an average net price of $21,262. 89% of students get financical aid.

#3

College of Charleston

Charleston
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,384 Total Students

66% of the teachers are full time. In their early career, C of C grads earn an average salary of $40,114. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $19,654.

#3

Furman University

Greenville
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
2,567 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.20%. Graduates earn an average $45,496 after graduation. An average student at Furman will pay a net price of $32,563.

#5

Wofford College

Spartanburg
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,764 Total Students

98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 0.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#6

Winthrop University

Rock Hill
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
5,576 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 6.50% which is lower than average. A typical student attending Winthrop will pay a net price of $19,127. Most students complete their degree in 4.37 years.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
3,944 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 64%. This public school has an average net price of $12,387. The 6.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#8

Lander University

Greenwood
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
3,513 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 9.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. A typical student attending Lander University will pay a net price of $15,519.

#9

Newberry College

Newberry
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
1,256 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $34,078 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time.

#10

Converse College

Spartanburg
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
1,377 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 6.70% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $25,534.

Chemistry Careers in SC

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title SC Job Growth SC Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 20% $41,810
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 17% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $81,730
Chemistry Professors 10% $63,580
High School Teachers 9% $53,320
Physics Postsecondary Professors 8% $75,290
Chemists 7% $63,530
Environmental Science Professors 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in SC
Physics 107
Geological & Earth Sciences 64
Astronomy & Astrophysics 5
Other Physical Science 4
Atmospheric Sciences 2

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