Alaska · Chemistry

Best Chemistry institutions in Alaska, ranked by earnings

The Chemistry program focuses on the scientific study of matter, including its composition, structure, properties, and behavior. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding the fundamental aspects of chemical reactions…

Institutions
2
offering CIP 40.05
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
15
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
34%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Chemists
$92,230
BLS OEWS 2024

2 institutions offering Chemistry in Alaska

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks Public
1238%
2University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage Public
330%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Chemists (SOC 19-2031).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+4.9%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~6,300
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$84,150
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

ScienceReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingSpeakingWritingMathematics

What Chemists earn in Alaska

Jobs in Alaska
40
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$92,230
median $95,300
Best-paying metro

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Chemistry programs in Alaska.

How much do Chemists earn in Alaska?+

The average annual wage for Chemists in Alaska is $92,230 (median $95,300), across about 40 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Chemistry program?+

The Chemistry program focuses on the scientific study of matter, including its composition, structure, properties, and behavior. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding the fundamental aspects of chemical reactions…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop science, reading comprehension, critical thinking, speaking, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Chemists?+

The national job outlook is about +4.9% growth with around 6,300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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