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 Rutgers New Brunswick ranks among other schools offering degrees in chemistry.
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The bachelor's program at Rutgers New Brunswick was ranked #48 on College Factual's Best Schools for chemistry list. It is also ranked #1 in New Jersey.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Chemistry Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 39 |
| Best Chemistry Schools | 48 |
| Best Chemistry Doctor’s Degree Schools | 52 |
| Best Chemistry Graduate Degree Schools | 58 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Rutgers University - New Brunswick handed out 40 bachelor's degrees in chemistry. This is a decrease of 2% over the previous year when 41 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 5 students received their master’s degree in chemistry from Rutgers New Brunswick. This makes it the #126 most popular school for chemistry master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 11 students received their doctoral degrees in chemistry in 2022, making the school the #91 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 Rutgers New Brunswick is $44,949. This is great news for graduates of the program, since this figure is higher than the national average of $42,660 for all chemistry bachelor's degree recipients.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Rutgers New Brunswick paid an average of $1,054 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $441 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,674 | $32,436 |
| Fees | $3,565 | $3,565 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,391 | $1,391 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $14,715 | $14,715 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,372 | $4,372 |
Learn more about Rutgers New Brunswick tuition and fees.
Of the 40 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Rutgers New Brunswick in 2021-2022, 63% were men and 38% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rutgers University - New Brunswick with a bachelor's in chemistry.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 13 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Online degrees for the Rutgers New Brunswick chemistry bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Rutgers New Brunswick Online Learning page.
All of the 5 students who graduated with a Master’s in chemistry from Rutgers New Brunswick in 2022 were men.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rutgers University - New Brunswick with a master's in chemistry.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the chemistry majors at Rutgers University - New Brunswick.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Physics | 68 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 21 |
| Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology | 13 |
| Astronomy & Astrophysics | 10 |
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