Nebraska · Chemistry

Best Chemistry institutions in Nebraska, 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
9
offering CIP 40.05
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
110
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$22,225
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
60%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Chemists
$77,930
BLS OEWS 2024

9 institutions offering Chemistry in Nebraska

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln Public
3967%
2Creighton University
Omaha Private not-for-profit
2283%$27,353
3Wayne State College
Wayne Public
2252%
4University of Nebraska at Omaha
Omaha Public
1647%
5University of Nebraska at Kearney
Kearney Public
658%
6Hastings College
Hastings Private not-for-profit
249%$20,424
7Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln Private not-for-profit
166%$22,225
8Northeast Community College
Norfolk Public
156%
9College of Saint Mary
Omaha Private not-for-profit
161%$14,629

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 Nebraska

Jobs in Nebraska
360
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$77,930
median $67,880
Best-paying metro
$80,060
Omaha, NE-IA

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Chemistry programs in Nebraska.

How much do Chemists earn in Nebraska?+

The average annual wage for Chemists in Nebraska is $77,930 (median $67,880), across about 360 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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