Chemistry

Bachelor's degree · George Mason University · Fairfax, VA

CIP 40.05

$50,304Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$77,681Median earnings 4 years after
$60,676Median earnings 5 years after
$20,504Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at George Mason University earn a median of $50,304 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 $20,504, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
James Madison University
Harrisonburg
$45,799$23,750
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg
$45,513$22,875
Christopher Newport University
Newport News
$39,245$26,500
Radford University
Radford
$39,090$22,500
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond
$38,571$20,500
William & Mary
Williamsburg
$35,130$18,033
University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville
$30,599$19,000
University of Richmond
University of Richmond
$22,881$20,375

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemistry graduates from George Mason University make?

The median salary is $50,304 one year after graduation and $60,676 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,504.

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