Chemistry

Bachelor's degree · University of Richmond · University of Richmond, VA

CIP 40.05

$22,881Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,375Median federal debt
12Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at University of Richmond earn a median of $22,881 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 $20,375, about 89% of first-year earnings.

Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
George Mason University
Fairfax
$50,304$20,504
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

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemistry graduates from University of Richmond make?

The median salary is $22,881 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,375.

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