Chemistry at Texas Tech University
If you are interested in studying Chemistry, consider the program at Texas Tech University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Texas Tech University is located in Lubbock, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 42 chemistry graduations were recorded at Texas Tech University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Texas Tech University
Many students take online classes at Texas Tech University. Of 40,757 students, 5,648 (14%) studied exclusively online and 21,407 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Chemistry Rankings at Texas Tech University
Use these rankings to compare Texas Tech University’s Chemistry program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #18 of 24 |
| Best Value | Texas | #21 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #25 of 32 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #28 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #268 of 389 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 390 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #18 of 24 |
| Best Value | Texas | #21 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #25 of 32 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #28 of 32 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #268 of 389 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 390 |
Earnings for Chemistry Graduates from Texas Tech University
Graduates of Texas Tech University’s Chemistry program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $27,669 |
| 4 years | $59,067 |
| 5 years | $68,194 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Chemistry graduates from Texas Tech University take home a median $59,067, compared with $63,780 for all Texas Tech University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Chemistry graduates from Texas Tech University comes in at $27,243.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Chemistry graduates at Texas Tech University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Chemistry graduates at Texas Tech University are 55% women (23) and 45% men (19).
Chemistry Bachelor’s Program at Texas Tech University
Among the 26 bachelor’s chemistry degrees awarded at Texas Tech University, 62% were women (16) and 38% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 38% of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University, below the national average of 40%.*
Chemistry Master’s Program at Texas Tech University
Of the 3 master’s chemistry graduates at Texas Tech University, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry master’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Chemistry Doctoral Program at Texas Tech University
Of the 13 doctoral chemistry graduates at Texas Tech University, 46% were women (6) and 54% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry doctoral degree recipients at Texas Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
Minority students account for 15% of Chemistry doctoral degree recipients at Texas Tech University, below 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 Texas Tech University
The Chemistry program at Texas Tech University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemistry | 42 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemistry Graduates
Graduates of the Chemistry program at Texas Tech University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Chemistry majors, 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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