Best Chemistry Schools in Connecticut

Connecticut has 7 colleges offering Chemistry programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 165 recent graduates. Graduates earn $38,177 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $37,391.

7
Schools in CT
$38,177
CT Avg. Earnings
$37,391
National Avg.
304
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Chemistry in Connecticut

Public Schools (6)
$36,941
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$44,356
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $7,415 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Chemistry Schools in Connecticut, Ranked by Earnings

#1
University of Connecticut logo

University of Connecticut

Storrs, CT · Public

$36,941
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $49,230
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 53.9%
#2
University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus logo

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

Waterbury, CT · Public

$36,941
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $49,230
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 87.0%
#3
University of Connecticut-Avery Point logo

University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Groton, CT · Public

$36,941
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $49,230
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 86.5%
#4
University of Connecticut-Stamford logo

University of Connecticut-Stamford

Stamford, CT · Public

$36,941
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $49,230
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 80.2%
#5
University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus logo

University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus

Hartford, CT · Public

$36,941
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $49,230
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 86.5%
#6
Southern Connecticut State University logo

Southern Connecticut State University

New Haven, CT · Public

N/A
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 81.1%
#7
University of New Haven logo

University of New Haven

West Haven, CT · Private

$44,356
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $35,982
Graduates: 25
Acceptance: 80.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemistry in Connecticut?
University of Connecticut ranks #1 for Chemistry in Connecticut with median graduate earnings of $36,941 within two years of graduation. There are 7 schools offering Chemistry programs in the state.
How much do Chemistry graduates earn in Connecticut?
Chemistry graduates in Connecticut earn an average of $38,177 within two years of graduation. This is 2% above the national average of $37,391 for this major.
What is the hardest Chemistry school to get into in Connecticut?
University of Connecticut is the most selective Chemistry program in Connecticut with an acceptance rate of 53.9%. The average acceptance rate across Chemistry programs in the state is 79.4%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Chemistry in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, private Chemistry programs produce average earnings of $44,356 vs $36,941 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 6 public and 1 private options in the state.

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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.