Best colleges for Chemistry in Minnesota
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, University of Minnesota-Duluth and St Olaf College are the top bachelor's Chemistry programs in Minnesota by graduate earnings. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $47,451, College Scorecard. University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, University of Minnesota-Duluth and St Olaf College award the most Chemistry degrees in Minnesota: 139, 43 and 42 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 31 Minnesota colleges offer Chemistry and award 404 degrees and certificates a year in all.
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…
Top 4 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public · Bachelor's degree | $47,451 | 139 | 85% | — | $21,158 |
| 2 | University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth Public · Bachelor's degree | $44,674 | 43 | 65% | — | $22,500 |
| 3 | St Olaf College Northfield Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $44,020 | 42 | 84% | $18,124 | $24,988 |
| 4 | Hamline University Saint Paul Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $50,007 | 2 | 60% | $20,981 | — |
Colleges awarding the most Chemistry degrees in Minnesota
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public | 139 | $47,451 |
| 2 | University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth Public | 43 | $44,674 |
| 3 | St Olaf College Northfield Private not-for-profit | 42 | $44,020 |
| 4 | Carleton College Northfield Private not-for-profit | 40 | Not reported |
| 5 | Macalester College Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 21 | Not reported |
| 6 | Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter Private not-for-profit | 16 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of St Thomas Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 11 | Not reported |
| 8 | The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth Private not-for-profit | 10 | Not reported |
| 9 | College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph Private not-for-profit | 9 | Not reported |
| 10 | Winona State University Winona Public | 8 | Not reported |
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What this program leads to: Chemists (SOC 19-2031).
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Answers for students comparing Chemistry programs in Minnesota.
Which Minnesota colleges award the most Chemistry degrees?+
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (139 graduates a year), University of Minnesota-Duluth (43 graduates a year) and St Olaf College (42 graduates a year) award the most Chemistry degrees in Minnesota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 31 Minnesota colleges offer Chemistry.
What is the best college for Chemistry in Minnesota?+
By graduate earnings, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads among bachelor's Chemistry programs in Minnesota, with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $47,451, College Scorecard. University of Minnesota-Duluth and St Olaf College follow. By degrees awarded, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is the largest, with 139 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25).
Which Chemistry program in Minnesota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities tops the list at $47,451. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Chemists earn in Minnesota?+
The average annual wage for Chemists in Minnesota is $102,390 (median $99,280), across about 1,680 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
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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