South Dakota · Chemistry

Best Chemistry institutions in South Dakota, 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
4
offering CIP 40.05
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
40
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
54%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Chemists
$68,940
BLS OEWS 2024

4 institutions offering Chemistry in South Dakota

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1South Dakota State University
Brookings Public
1962%
2University of South Dakota
Vermillion Public
1460%
3South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
Rapid City Public
453%
4Black Hills State University
Spearfish Public
343%

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 South Dakota

Jobs in South Dakota
150
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$68,940
median $64,480
Best-paying metro

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Chemistry programs in South Dakota.

How much do Chemists earn in South Dakota?+

The average annual wage for Chemists in South Dakota is $68,940 (median $64,480), across about 150 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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