Chemistry

Bachelor's degree · Colorado State University-Fort Collins · Fort Collins, CO

CIP 40.05

$42,660Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$71,615Median earnings 4 years after
$80,180Median earnings 5 years after
$16,500Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Colorado State University-Fort Collins earn a median of $42,660 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 $16,500, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Colorado schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley
$45,406$26,000
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver
$34,417$22,449
Fort Lewis College
Durango
$34,159$15,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemistry graduates from Colorado State University-Fort Collins make?

The median salary is $42,660 one year after graduation and $80,180 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.