Chemistry
Bachelor's degree · University of Virginia-Main Campus · Charlottesville, VA
$30,599Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$68,174Median earnings 4 years after
$69,058Median earnings 5 years after
$19,000Median federal debt
98Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Chemistry at University of Virginia-Main Campus earn a median of $30,599 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 $19,000, about 62% of first-year earnings.
Chemistry (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (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 Richmond University of Richmond | $22,881 | $20,375 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemistry graduates from University of Virginia-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $30,599 one year after graduation and $69,058 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.