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Chemistry Schools in Michigan

184 students earned Chemistry degrees in Michigan in the 2020-2021 year.

As a degree choice, Chemistry is the 41st most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Michigan

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 101
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 101
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 101
Master’s Degree 83

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.9%
  • Black or African American: 2.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.0%
  • White: 46.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 32.1%
  • Other Races: 8.2%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Michigan

In this state, there are 33,680 people employed in jobs related to a chemistry degree, compared to 1,333,980 nationwide.

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Wages for Chemistry Jobs in Michigan

Chemistry grads earn an average of $79,860 in the state and $83,850 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in Michigan that offer chemistry degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

90 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
47,907 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years. 83% of the teachers are full time. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

39 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. 88% of the teachers are full time. A typical student attending Michigan State will pay a net price of $19,058.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
26,241 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $40,269 a year. It takes the average student 4.73 years to graduate.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $15,127. It takes the average student 4.74 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it.

#4

Oakland University

Rochester Hills
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
18,552 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,445 a year. 93% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.61 years.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,371. 82% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.64 years.

#7

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
17,311 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $42,092 after graduation. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,007. It takes the average student 4.65 years to graduate.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
6,873 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $62,106 after graduation. The average student takes 4.66 years to complete their degree at Michigan Tech. The student loan default rate of 1.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Chemistry Careers in MI

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 17% $72,250
Environmental Science Professors 13% $0
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 11% $63,970
Chemistry Professors 10% $87,200
Physics Postsecondary Professors 10% $93,740
Chemists 8% $73,470
High School Teachers 6% $62,040

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Physics 126
Geological & Earth Sciences 56
Materials Sciences 21
Atmospheric Sciences 15
Astronomy & Astrophysics 13

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