Chemistry

Bachelor's degree · Missouri State University-Springfield · Springfield, MO

CIP 40.05

$41,166Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,984Median earnings 4 years after
$63,214Median earnings 5 years after
$20,517Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Missouri State University-Springfield earn a median of $41,166 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 $20,517, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
$45,279$19,500
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City
$39,725$20,803
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville
$39,478$24,715

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemistry graduates from Missouri State University-Springfield make?

The median salary is $41,166 one year after graduation and $63,214 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,517.

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