Chemistry at University of Iowa
What traits are you looking for in a school for Chemistry, consider the program at University of Iowa. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Iowa sits in Iowa City, IA.
During the most recent reporting year, 73 chemistry degrees were awarded at University of Iowa.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Iowa
Many students take online classes at University of Iowa. Of 30,779 students, 3,028 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,742 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Chemistry Rankings at University of Iowa
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Iowa’s Chemistry program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #16 of 28 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #22 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 390 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #278 of 389 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #16 of 28 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #22 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 390 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #278 of 389 |
Earnings for Chemistry Graduates from University of Iowa
Those who finish University of Iowa’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 | $31,178 |
| 2 years | $36,312 |
| 5 years | $61,755 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Chemistry graduates from University of Iowa is $25,956.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Chemistry graduates at University of Iowa, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Chemistry graduates at University of Iowa are 48% women (35) and 52% men (38).
Chemistry Bachelor’s Program at University of Iowa
Of the 45 bachelor’s chemistry graduates at University of Iowa, 56% were women (25) and 44% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 16% of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Iowa, below the national average of 40%.*
Chemistry Master’s Program at University of Iowa
Among the 7 master’s chemistry graduates at University of Iowa, 29% were women (2) and 71% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry master’s degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Chemistry Doctoral Program at University of Iowa
Of the 21 doctoral chemistry graduates at University of Iowa, 38% were women (8) and 62% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry doctoral degree recipients at University of Iowa.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Chemistry doctoral degree recipients at University of Iowa, 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 University of Iowa
The Chemistry program at University of Iowa offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemistry | 73 |
Top-Paying Careers for Chemistry Graduates
Graduates of the Chemistry program at University of Iowa work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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