Chemistry Schools in Oregon
216 Chemistry students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.
As a degree choice, Chemistry is the 23rd most popular major in the state.
Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Oregon
Chemistry majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:
Education Level | Number of Grads |
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Master’s Degree | 37 |
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) | 31 |
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) | 31 |
Doctor’s Degree (Other) | 31 |
Gender Distribution
In Oregon, a chemistry major is equally popular with women and men.
Racial Distribution
The racial distribution of chemistry majors in Oregon is as follows:
- Asian: 8.8%
- Black or African American: 1.4%
- Hispanic or Latino: 14.8%
- White: 61.6%
- Non-Resident Alien: 7.4%
- Other Races: 6.0%
Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Oregon
In this state, there are 12,570 people employed in jobs related to a chemistry degree, compared to 1,217,760 nationwide.
Wages for Chemistry Jobs in Oregon
In this state, chemistry grads earn an average of $76,780. Nationwide, they make an average of $83,850.
Most Popular Chemistry Programs in OR
There are 3 colleges in Oregon that offer chemistry degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:
It takes the average student 4.29 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,543. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time.
Request InformationThis public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,894. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.
Request InformationThe student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.69 years. A typical student attending Portland State University will pay a net price of $16,281.
Request InformationChemistry Careers in OR
Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:
Job Title | OR Job Growth | OR Median Salary |
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Chemists | 19% | $69,930 |
Chemistry Professors | 11% | $88,260 |
High School Teachers | 9% | $71,910 |
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