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Chemistry Schools in Colorado

In 2020-2021, 76 students earned their Chemistry degrees in CO.

In terms of popularity, Chemistry is the 59th most popular major in the state out of a total 205 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Colorado

Chemistry majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 44
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 44
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 44
Master’s Degree 32

Gender Distribution

In Colorado, a chemistry major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of chemistry majors in Colorado is as follows:

  • Asian: 9.2%
  • Black or African American: 0.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.9%
  • White: 67.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 6.6%
  • Other Races: 9.2%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Colorado

There are 23,990 people in the state and 1,333,980 people in the nation working in chemistry jobs.

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Wages for Chemistry Jobs in Colorado

A typical salary for a chemistry grad in the state is $77,250, compared to a typical salary of $83,850 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in Colorado that offer chemistry degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
32,428 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.40 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 81% of students receive it. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,679.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
37,437 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 67% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $49,393 after earning their degree at this institution.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
6,744 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.28 years to graduate. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.70%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $27,114.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
11,460 Total Students

A typical student attending University of Northern Colorado will pay a net price of $15,570. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
24,723 Total Students

In their early career, CU Anschutz grads earn an average salary of $48,167. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. The student loan default rate is 2.80% which is lower than average.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
13,856 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $33,830. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

Chemistry Careers in CO

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title CO Job Growth CO Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 35% $62,870
Physics Postsecondary Professors 31% $85,980
Chemistry Professors 30% $76,180
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 24% $86,190
Chemists 21% $72,120
High School Teachers 20% $51,780
Environmental Science Professors 20% $63,050
Natural Sciences Managers 15% $127,080

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to chemistry.

Major Annual Graduates in CO
Physics 101
Geological & Earth Sciences 86
Atmospheric Sciences 36
Astronomy & Astrophysics 13
Materials Sciences 5

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