Chemistry
Bachelor's degree · Illinois State University · Normal, IL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$62,220Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$22,588Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Illinois State University earn a median of $62,220. 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 $22,588, about 36% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $47,034 | $21,250 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $46,659 | $22,000 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $43,061 | $22,750 |
| Western Illinois University Macomb | $31,980 | $25,314 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemistry graduates from Illinois State University make?
The median salary is $62,220.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,588.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.