Chemistry
Bachelor's degree · Northern Illinois University · Dekalb, IL
$43,061Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$65,611Median earnings 4 years after
$62,503Median earnings 5 years after
$22,750Median federal debt
18Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Northern Illinois University earn a median of $43,061 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 $22,750, about 53% of first-year earnings.
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 |
| Western Illinois University Macomb | $31,980 | $25,314 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemistry graduates from Northern Illinois University make?
The median salary is $43,061 one year after graduation and $62,503 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,750.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.