Chemistry
Bachelor's degree · Appalachian State University · Boone, NC
$40,488Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,329Median earnings 4 years after
$61,601Median earnings 5 years after
$23,894Median federal debt
46Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Appalachian State University earn a median of $40,488 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 $23,894, about 59% of first-year earnings.
Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| East Carolina University Greenville | $47,875 | $22,000 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $47,071 | $16,500 |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $44,473 | $16,400 |
| University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville | $36,891 | $12,825 |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke | $35,579 | $25,105 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $35,482 | $21,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $32,516 | $14,000 |
| Duke University Durham | $29,748 | $8,207 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $26,513 | $19,618 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemistry graduates from Appalachian State University make?
The median salary is $40,488 one year after graduation and $61,601 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,894.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.