Chemistry
Bachelor's degree · University of Alabama at Birmingham · Birmingham, AL
$33,931Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,318Median earnings 4 years after
$59,510Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
60Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at University of Alabama at Birmingham earn a median of $33,931 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,120 four years after graduating (middle half: $48,307–$84,018). Median debt is $26,000, about 77% of first-year earnings.
Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Alabama Florence | $49,497 | $23,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemistry graduates from University of Alabama at Birmingham make?
The median salary is $33,931 one year after graduation and $59,510 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.