Chemistry

Bachelor's degree · Northwest Missouri State University · Maryville, MO

CIP 40.05

$39,478Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$24,715Median federal debt
20Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Northwest Missouri State University earn a median of $39,478 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 $24,715, about 63% 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
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City
$39,725$20,803

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemistry graduates from Northwest Missouri State University make?

The median salary is $39,478 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,715.

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