Chemistry at University of Nevada-Reno
If you are interested in studying Chemistry, you may want to check out the program at University of Nevada-Reno. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Nevada-Reno is located in Reno, NV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 42 chemistry graduations were recorded at University of Nevada-Reno.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Nevada-Reno
Distance learning is available at University of Nevada-Reno. Of 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) studied exclusively online and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Chemistry Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
Rankings can help you compare University of Nevada-Reno’s Chemistry program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #46 of 66 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #51 of 66 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 389 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #226 of 390 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #46 of 66 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #51 of 66 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 389 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #226 of 390 |
Earnings for Chemistry Graduates from University of Nevada-Reno
Students who complete University of Nevada-Reno’s Chemistry program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,235 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Chemistry graduates from University of Nevada-Reno stands at $16,552.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Chemistry graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, by degree type.
Program-wide, Chemistry graduates at University of Nevada-Reno are 38% women (16) and 62% men (26).
Chemistry Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Of the 31 bachelor’s chemistry degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 48% were women (15) and 52% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 42% of Chemistry bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, above the national average of 40%.*
Chemistry Master’s Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 3 master’s chemistry degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Reno, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Chemistry Doctoral Program at University of Nevada-Reno
Among the 8 doctoral chemistry graduates at University of Nevada-Reno, 12% were women (1) and 88% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Chemistry doctoral degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Chemistry doctoral degree recipients at University of Nevada-Reno, 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 Nevada-Reno
This Chemistry program at University of Nevada-Reno breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Chemistry | 42 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Chemistry Graduates
Graduates of the Chemistry program at University of Nevada-Reno pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.