Chemistry
What are chemistry majors?
Often described as the central science, chemistry is a program that focuses on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the processes of chemical change, and the theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena.
How much do chemistry majors make?
| Chemistry majors | Average salarySalary |
|---|---|
| Materials science | $91,000 |
| General chemistry | $90,000 |
Popular chemistry majors by degrees awarded
On average, around 16,800 students obtain a bachelor's degree or associate degree in all chemistry fields each year. In 2021, the most popular major within chemistry was general chemistry with 14,983 students obtaining a bachelor's degree and 1,178 students obtaining an associate degree. The least popular major was materials science with 203 students obtaining a bachelor's degree and fewer than 5 students obtaining an associate degree. Overall, chemistry is a relatively uncommon area of study.
