Chemistry

Bachelor's degree · Metropolitan State University of Denver · Denver, CO

CIP 40.05

$34,417Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$76,759Median earnings 4 years after
$62,636Median earnings 5 years after
$22,449Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Metropolitan State University of Denver earn a median of $34,417 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 $22,449, about 65% of first-year earnings.

Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Colorado schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley
$45,406$26,000
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Fort Collins
$42,660$16,500
Fort Lewis College
Durango
$34,159$15,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemistry graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver make?

The median salary is $34,417 one year after graduation and $62,636 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,449.

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