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Chemistry Schools in South Dakota

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

In terms of popularity, Chemistry is the 30th most popular major in the state out of a total 206 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in South Dakota

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 50
Master’s Degree 22
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8
Associate Degree 7

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of chemistry majors in South Dakota is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.3%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.4%
  • White: 71.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 23.0%
  • Other Races: 0.0%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in South Dakota

In this state, there are 4,110 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 Dakota

Chemistry grads earn an average of $62,550 in the state and $83,850 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in South Dakota that offer chemistry degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

30 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
11,405 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $18,578. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $43,507 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.40 years.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
9,459 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.33 years to graduate. Graduates earn an average $40,830 after graduation. The student loan default rate of 3.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#3

Augustana University

Sioux Falls
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
2,019 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $24,066. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 73% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.03 years to complete their degree at Augustana Sioux Falls.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
3,431 Total Students

96% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.46 years to graduate. 98% of students get financical aid.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
26% Graduation Rate
625 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $23,730. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.50%.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
3,608 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,961. 58% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.60 years to complete their degree at BHSU.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
2,475 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. The average student takes 4.83 years to complete their degree at SD Mines. The full-time teacher rate is 89%.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
1,628 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. An average student at University of Sioux Falls will pay a net price of $21,662. 100% of the teachers are full time.

Chemistry Careers in SD

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title SD Job Growth SD Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 33% $51,740
Chemists 14% $58,370
Natural Sciences Managers 13% $99,900
Chemistry Professors 11% $69,630
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 8% $58,950
High School Teachers 6% $42,770
Physics Postsecondary Professors 0% $76,270

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

Major Annual Graduates in SD
Physics 24
Geological & Earth Sciences 13
Atmospheric Sciences 8
Other Physical Science 7
Materials Sciences 4
General Physical Sciences 1

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