Best Chemistry Schools in Iowa

Iowa has 2 colleges offering Chemistry programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 41 recent graduates. Graduates in Iowa earn $42,685 on average within two years — 14% above the national average of $37,391, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: Iowa State University graduates earn $49,058 while University of Iowa graduates earn $36,312 — a $12,746 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in IA

$42,685

IA Avg. Earnings

$37,391

National Avg.

304

Schools Nationally

Chemistry Schools in Iowa, Ranked by Earnings

Iowa State University

Ames, IA · Public

$49,058

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $45,450

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 89.1%

University of Iowa

Iowa City, IA · Public

$36,312

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,178

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 84.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemistry in Iowa?

Iowa State University ranks #1 for Chemistry in Iowa with median graduate earnings of $49,058 within two years of graduation. There are 2 schools offering Chemistry programs in the state.

How much do Chemistry graduates earn in Iowa?

Chemistry graduates in Iowa earn an average of $42,685 within two years of graduation. This is 14% above the national average of $37,391 for this major.

What is the hardest Chemistry school to get into in Iowa?

University of Iowa is the most selective Chemistry program in Iowa with an acceptance rate of 84.7%. The average acceptance rate across Chemistry programs in the state is 86.9%.

Other Popular Majors in Iowa

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $71,489 Computer Science $67,647 Industrial Engineering $67,486 Chemical Engineering $66,073 Computer and Information Sciences, General $61,418 Management Information Systems and Services $61,155 Civil Engineering $60,985 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods $59,161

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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.