Chemistry
Bachelor's degree · Cleveland State University · Cleveland, OH
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at Cleveland State University earn a median of $48,147 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 $23,391, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Ohio schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $47,387 | $19,500 |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $44,970 | $26,000 |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $43,840 | $24,250 |
| Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Zanesville | $43,349 | $24,500 |
| Ohio University-Main Campus Athens | $43,349 | $24,500 |
| Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lancaster | $43,349 | $24,500 |
| Ohio University-Southern Campus Ironton | $43,349 | $24,500 |
| Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus Chillicothe | $43,349 | $24,500 |
| Ohio University-Eastern Campus Saint Clairsville | $43,349 | $24,500 |
| Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus | $42,698 | $24,500 |
| Kent State University at Kent Kent | $39,790 | $24,892 |
| John Carroll University University Heights | $30,087 | $26,770 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemistry graduates from Cleveland State University make?
The median salary is $48,147 one year after graduation and $65,091 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,391.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.