Chemistry
Doctoral degree · University of California-Los Angeles · Los Angeles, CA
$85,864Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$132,569Median earnings 4 years after
$117,249Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
37Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Chemistry at University of California-Los Angeles earn a median of $85,864 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $115,386 four years after graduating (middle half: $83,589–$152,460).
Chemistry (Doctoral degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $108,154 | — |
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $93,148 | — |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $83,436 | — |
| University of California-Davis Davis | $71,322 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemistry graduates from University of California-Los Angeles make?
The median salary is $85,864 one year after graduation and $117,249 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.