Chemistry
Bachelor's degree · Indiana State University · Terre Haute, IN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$73,623Median earnings 4 years after
$73,702Median earnings 5 years after
$13,000Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Indiana State University earn a median of $73,623. 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 $13,000, about 18% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $47,213 | $19,500 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $42,889 | $17,000 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $42,677 | $25,000 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $42,482 | $20,743 |
| University of Indianapolis Indianapolis | $40,612 | $23,000 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $37,526 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemistry graduates from Indiana State University make?
The median salary is $73,623 and $73,702 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.