Chemistry at Loyola University Chicago
What traits are you looking for in a school for Chemistry, you may want to check out the program at Loyola University Chicago. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Loyola University Chicago sits in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 19 chemistry degrees were awarded at Loyola University Chicago.
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Studying Online at Loyola University Chicago
Many students take online classes at Loyola University Chicago. Of 17,384 students, 1,393 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,165 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Chemistry Rankings at Loyola University Chicago
Use these rankings to compare Loyola University Chicago’s Chemistry program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 54 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #13 of 13 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #52 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 390 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #369 of 389 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 54 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #13 of 13 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #52 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 390 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #369 of 389 |
Earnings for Chemistry Graduates from Loyola University Chicago
Those who finish Loyola University Chicago’s Chemistry program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,122 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Chemistry graduates at Loyola University Chicago, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemistry graduates at Loyola University Chicago are 68% women (13) and 32% men (6).
Chemistry Bachelor’s Program at Loyola University Chicago
Of the 11 bachelor’s chemistry degrees awarded at Loyola University Chicago, 73% were women (8) and 27% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, higher than the national average of 40%.*
Chemistry Master’s Program at Loyola University Chicago
Among the 3 master’s chemistry graduates at Loyola University Chicago, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry master’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Chemistry Doctoral Program at Loyola University Chicago
Of the 5 doctoral chemistry degrees awarded at Loyola University Chicago, 40% were women (2) and 60% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry doctoral degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 40% of Chemistry doctoral degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, higher than the national average of 19%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Chemistry Concentrations at Loyola University Chicago
This Chemistry program at Loyola University Chicago breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemistry | 19 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemistry Graduates
Graduates of the Chemistry program at Loyola University Chicago work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Chemistry graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
| Digital Forensics Analysts | $119,226 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.