by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Portland State University ranks among other schools offering degrees in chemistry.
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The bachelor's program at Portland State University was ranked #142 on College Factual's Best Schools for chemistry list. It is also ranked #3 in Oregon.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Chemistry Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 140 |
| Best Chemistry Schools | 142 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Portland State University handed out 18 bachelor's degrees in chemistry. This is an increase of 6% over the previous year when 17 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 1 students received their master’s degree in chemistry from Portland State University. This makes it the #250 most popular school for chemistry master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 8 students received their doctoral degrees in chemistry in 2022, making the school the #107 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of chemistry students who receive their bachelor's degree at Portland State University is $35,395. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $42,660 for all chemistry students.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Portland State University was $627 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $207 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,694 | $26,334 |
| Fees | $1,923 | $1,923 |
| Books and Supplies | $798 | $798 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $13,728 | $13,728 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,259 | $2,259 |
Learn more about Portland State University tuition and fees.
Of the 18 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in chemistry from Portland State University in 2022, 50% were men and 50% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 61% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Portland State University with a bachelor's in chemistry.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Portland State University does not offer an online option for its chemistry bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Portland State University Online Learning page.
Of the 3 students who graduated with a Master’s in chemistry from Portland State University in 2022, 33% were men and 67% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 67% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Portland State University with a master's in chemistry.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the chemistry majors at Portland State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 25 |
| Physics | 24 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.