Chemistry

Doctoral degree · University of Washington-Seattle Campus · Seattle, WA

CIP 40.05

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$68,783Median earnings 3 years after

$95,591Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

32Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Chemistry at University of Washington-Seattle Campus earn a median of $68,783. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $115,386 four years after graduating (middle half: $83,589–$152,460).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Chemistry graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus make?

The median salary is $68,783 and $95,591 after five years.

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