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Chemistry Schools in Texas

In 2020-2021, 1,257 students earned their Chemistry degrees in TX.

In this state, Chemistry is the 54th most popular major out of a total 321 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Texas

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 812
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 198
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 198
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 198
Master’s Degree 132
Associate Degree 114
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 11.5%
  • Black or African American: 7.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 27.0%
  • White: 34.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 15.7%
  • Other Races: 3.7%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Texas

There are 126,860 people in the state and 1,333,980 people in the nation working in chemistry jobs.

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Wages for Chemistry Jobs in Texas

Chemistry grads earn an average of $87,490 in the state and $83,850 nationwide.

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

152 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
50,476 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $54,287 after earning their degree at this institution. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.27 years to graduate.

108 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
70,418 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 87% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. The average student takes 4.36 years to complete their degree at Texas A&M College Station.

78 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
47,090 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.40%. 23 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,721.

66 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
32,441 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 0.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $3,743. 95% of students get financical aid.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
40,953 Total Students

85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,122. 74% of the teachers are full time.

52 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
40,322 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 86% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.49 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 86% of students receive it.

#7

Rice University

Houston
50 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
7,643 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 84% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $16,076.

44 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
28,669 Total Students

The 3.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 77%. The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
37,812 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 78%. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years. In their early career, Texas State grads earn an average salary of $43,773.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
48,072 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 63% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $49,852 after graduation. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,509.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
21,912 Total Students

A typical student attending SHSU will pay a net price of $15,035. The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at SHSU. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 80% are considered full time.

Chemistry Careers in TX

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title TX Job Growth TX Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 29% $50,860
High School Teachers 21% $57,800
Chemists 17% $78,810
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 17% $74,800
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $117,130
Environmental Science Professors 14% $82,600
Chemistry Professors 13% $79,220
Physics Postsecondary Professors 13% $88,240

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

Major Annual Graduates in TX
Physics 736
Geological & Earth Sciences 674
Atmospheric Sciences 59
Astronomy & Astrophysics 45
General Physical Sciences 30
Materials Sciences 10

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