2027 Best Value General Chemistry Schools in Kentucky
[General Chemistry](/majors/physical-sciences/chemistry/general-chemistry/) programs reward a close look at where your money goes furthest. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong general chemistry education at a price that pays off.
For its 2027 best-value ranking, College Factual looked at 8 schools to find the best return on investment for general chemistry students.
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2027 Best Value General Chemistry Schools in Kentucky
Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in general chemistry, balancing cost against outcomes.
Best Value General Chemistry Schools
Leading the list is Northern Kentucky University, our #1 best value for general chemistry in Kentucky. Located in the suburb of Highland Heights, Northern Kentucky University is a large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $11,088, compared with $21,912 for out-of-state students. General Chemistry graduates carry a median of $25,572 in student loans. Soon after graduation, general chemistry degree recipients from Northern Kentucky University generally make around $52,565. That is a strong return on a $25,572 median debt. The acceptance rate is 68%.
A rank of #2 makes Murray State University one of the best values for general chemistry. Set in the town of Murray, Murray State University is a large public institution. Students from in state pay about $9,900 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $19,836. General Chemistry graduates carry a median of $25,000 in student loans. General Chemistry graduates of Murray State University earn a median of $48,334 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 86% of applicants are accepted.
Western Kentucky University is a great value for students pursuing a degree in general chemistry, landing the #3 spot this year. Set in the city of Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University is a large public institution. Students from in state pay about $11,652 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $27,000. Typical student debt for general chemistry graduates is $24,499. Early-career general chemistry graduates make about $44,778. That is a strong return on a $24,499 median debt. Roughly 94% of applicants are accepted.
A rank of #4 makes Eastern Kentucky University one of the best values for general chemistry. Located in the town of Richmond, Eastern Kentucky University is a large public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,320, while out-of-state students pay about $21,230. Typical student debt for general chemistry graduates is $23,584. Soon after graduation, general chemistry degree recipients from Eastern Kentucky University generally make around $34,512. That is a strong return on a $23,584 median debt. Eastern Kentucky University admits about 78% of applicants.
University Of Louisville came in at #5 on our 2027 list of the best value general chemistry schools. Located in the city of Louisville, University Of Louisville is a very large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $13,136, compared with $29,482 for out-of-state students. General Chemistry graduates carry a median of $24,411 in student loans. Soon after graduation, general chemistry degree recipients from University Of Louisville generally make around $41,842. That is a strong return on a $24,411 median debt. Roughly 79% of applicants are accepted.
University Of Kentucky ranked #6 on our 2027 list of the best value general chemistry schools. University Of Kentucky is a very large public school located in the city of Lexington. In-state tuition and fees average $13,502, with out-of-state students paying around $34,140. Typical student debt for general chemistry graduates is $22,500. Early-career general chemistry graduates make about $49,568. Set against $22,500 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 93% of applicants are accepted.
Centre College ranked #7 on our 2027 list of the best value general chemistry schools. Located in the town of Danville, Centre College is a small private not-for-profit university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $52,820. Typical student debt for general chemistry graduates is $26,560. General Chemistry graduates of Centre College earn a median of $32,327 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 54%.
Bellarmine University placed #8 among the best values for general chemistry. Set in the city of Louisville, Bellarmine University is a mid-sized private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $48,770. General Chemistry graduates carry a median of $26,766 in student loans. Soon after graduation, general chemistry degree recipients from Bellarmine University generally make around $46,024. That is a strong return on a $26,766 median debt. Bellarmine University admits about 86% of applicants.
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Notes and References
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 8 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 8 ranked schools only.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), serves as the core of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
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