Chemistry

Bachelor's degree · University of Missouri-Kansas City · Kansas City, MO

CIP 40.05

$39,725Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,950Median earnings 4 years after
$69,063Median earnings 5 years after
$20,803Median federal debt
74Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at University of Missouri-Kansas City earn a median of $39,725 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 $20,803, about 52% of first-year earnings.

Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
$45,279$19,500
Missouri State University-Springfield
Springfield
$41,166$20,517
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville
$39,478$24,715

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemistry graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City make?

The median salary is $39,725 one year after graduation and $69,063 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,803.

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