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Chemistry Schools in Tennessee

In 2020-2021, 78 students earned their Chemistry degrees in TN.

As a degree choice, Chemistry is the 46th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Chemistry Majors in Tennessee

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 47
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 31
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 31
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 31

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 6.4%
  • Black or African American: 7.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.4%
  • White: 62.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 12.8%
  • Other Races: 3.8%
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Jobs for Chemistry Grads in Tennessee

There are 24,440 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 Tennessee

In this state, chemistry grads earn an average of $75,430. Nationwide, they make an average of $83,850.

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There are 7 colleges in Tennessee that offer chemistry degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
22,205 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 9.30%. A typical student attending UofM will pay a net price of $13,904. Most students complete their degree in 4.57 years.

20 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
30,559 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. 87% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.31 years.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
13,537 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,970. In their early career, Vanderbilt grads earn an average salary of $65,261.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
22,080 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 76% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $12,752. It takes the average student 4.55 years to graduate.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
13,713 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,894. 71% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.49 years.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
10,177 Total Students

The 4.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $37,658 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
7,615 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $33,035 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 100%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,867.

Chemistry Careers in TN

Some of the careers chemistry majors go into include:

Job Title TN Job Growth TN Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 18% $50,010
Environmental Scientists and Specialists 14% $65,300
Natural Sciences Managers 12% $107,600
High School Teachers 9% $52,020
Chemistry Professors 9% $68,940
Physics Postsecondary Professors 9% $71,320
Chemists 9% $68,080

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

Major Annual Graduates in TN
Geological & Earth Sciences 39
Physics 37
Materials Sciences 5
Astronomy & Astrophysics 2

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