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Chemistry at University of Rochester

We’ve pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how University of Rochester compares to other colleges that offer chemistry.

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• Available Degrees
• Rankings
• Popularity
• Student Debt
• Student Demographics

Chemistry Degrees Available at University of Rochester

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
• Master’s Degree in Chemistry
• Doctorate Degree in Chemistry

University of Rochester Chemistry Rankings

University of Rochester is in the top 15% of the country for chemistry. In particular, it placed #21 out of 348 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in New York.

Ranking Type	Rank
Best Chemistry Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York	1
Best Chemistry Master’s Degree Schools in New York	1
Best Chemistry Schools in New York	1
College Major Top Ranked	1
Best Chemistry Master’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region	4
Best Value Chemistry Master’s Degree Schools in New York	4
Best Chemistry Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region	5
Best Chemistry Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region	5
College Major Top Ranked	5
Best Value Chemistry Master’s Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region	6
Best Chemistry Master’s Degree Schools	11
Best Value Chemistry Bachelor’s Degree Schools in New York	15

Popularity of Chemistry at University of Rochester

In the most recent year for which we have data, University of Rochester conferred 27 bachelor’s degrees in chemistry.

How Much Student Debt Do Chemistry Graduates from University of Rochester Have?

Student Debt of Chemistry Graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree

While getting their bachelor’s degree at University of Rochester, chemistry graduates take on a median debt of $20,000 in student loans. This is lower than $21,517, the typical median for all majors at University of Rochester.

How Much Does a Bachelor’s in Chemistry from University of Rochester Cost?

University of Rochester Undergraduate Tuition and Fees

Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.

	In State	Out of State
Tuition	$58,276	$65,870
Fees	$1,210	$1,210

Read more about University of Rochester tuition and fees.

University of Rochester Chemistry Bachelor’s Program Diversity

In the most recent graduating class, 33% of chemistry bachelor’s degrees went to men and 67% went to women.

The largest share of chemistry bachelor’s degree graduates at University of Rochester are White. About 44% of graduates fell into this category.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Rochester with a bachelor’s in chemistry.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	5
Black or African American	2
Hispanic or Latino	1
White	12
Non-Resident Aliens	6
Other Races	1

University of Rochester Chemistry Master’s Program Diversity

For the most recent academic year available, 62% of chemistry master’s degrees went to men and 38% went to women.

The largest share of chemistry master’s degree graduates at University of Rochester are Non-Resident Alien. Approximately 69% of graduates fell into this category.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Rochester with a master’s in chemistry.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	2
Black or African American	0
Hispanic or Latino	0
White	2
Non-Resident Aliens	9
Other Races	0

University of Rochester Chemistry Doctoral Program Diversity

In the most recent graduating class, 59% of chemistry doctoral degrees went to men and 41% went to women.

The majority of chemistry doctoral degree graduates at University of Rochester are White. About 41% of graduates fell into this category.

The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Rochester with a doctoral in chemistry.

Ethnic Background	Number of Students
Asian	0
Black or African American	0
Hispanic or Latino	3
White	7
Non-Resident Aliens	5
Other Races	2

Chemistry Student Diversity at University of Rochester

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the chemistry majors at University of Rochester.

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• O*NET Online
• IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
• U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
• Image Credit: By Tomwsulcer under License More about our data sources and methodologies.