Chemistry at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
If you are interested in studying Chemistry, you may want to check out the program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville sits in Edwardsville, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 44 chemistry degrees were awarded at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
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Studying Online at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Distance learning is available at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Among 11,893 students, 1,999 (17%) studied exclusively online and 3,314 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Chemistry Rankings at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Use these rankings to compare Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Chemistry program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 13 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #9 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 54 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #106 of 389 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #142 of 390 |
Earnings for Chemistry Graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Graduates of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Chemistry program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,243 |
| 2 years | $42,682 |
| 3 years | $50,694 |
| 4 years | $57,878 |
| 5 years | $68,130 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Chemistry graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville report median earnings of $57,878, compared with $71,140 for all Southern Illinois University Edwardsville graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Chemistry graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville comes in at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Chemistry graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, by degree type.
Program-wide, Chemistry graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville are 66% women (29) and 34% men (15).
Chemistry Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Of the 27 bachelor’s chemistry degrees awarded at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 81% were women (22) and 19% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 15% of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, below the national average of 40%.*
Chemistry Master’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Of the 17 master’s chemistry degrees awarded at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 41% were women (7) and 59% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
Minority students account for 12% of Chemistry master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, lower than the national average of 26%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Chemistry Concentrations at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
The Chemistry program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemistry | 44 |
Best-Paid Careers for Chemistry Graduates
Graduates of the Chemistry program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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
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