Best Chemistry Schools in Arkansas

Arkansas has 3 colleges offering Chemistry programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 19 recent graduates. Graduates in Arkansas earn $32,878 on average within two years — 12% below the national average of $37,391. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

3
Schools in AR
$32,878
AR Avg. Earnings
$37,391
National Avg.
304
Schools Nationally

Chemistry Schools in Arkansas, Ranked by Earnings

#1
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith logo

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Fort Smith, AR · Public

$33,993
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 81.5%
#2
University of Arkansas logo

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR · Public

$26,353
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 71.7%
#3
University of Central Arkansas logo

University of Central Arkansas

Conway, AR · Public

$38,289
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $29,438
Graduates: 19
Acceptance: 90.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemistry in Arkansas?
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith ranks #1 for Chemistry in Arkansas with median graduate earnings of $33,993 within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Chemistry programs in the state.
How much do Chemistry graduates earn in Arkansas?
Chemistry graduates in Arkansas earn an average of $32,878 within two years of graduation. This is 12% below the national average of $37,391 for this major.
What is the hardest Chemistry school to get into in Arkansas?
University of Arkansas is the most selective Chemistry program in Arkansas with an acceptance rate of 71.7%. The average acceptance rate across Chemistry programs in the state is 81.2%.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.