Best Chemistry Schools in Indiana

Indiana has 7 colleges offering Chemistry programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 197 recent graduates. Graduates earn $35,591 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $37,391.

Schools in IN

$35,591

IN Avg. Earnings

$37,391

National Avg.

304

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Chemistry in Indiana

Public Schools (5)

$37,246

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (2)

$31,452

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Indiana produce comparable or higher early earnings for Chemistry graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Chemistry Schools in Indiana, Ranked by Earnings

Indiana State University

Terre Haute, IN · Public

$34,526

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,972

Graduates: 21

Acceptance: 91.5%

Purdue University-Main Campus

West Lafayette, IN · Public

$35,416

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,760

Graduates: 47

Acceptance: 50.3%

Ball State University

Muncie, IN · Public

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $34,760

Graduates: 26

Acceptance: 71.6%

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN · Private

$24,615

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,548

Graduates: 31

Acceptance: 92.2%

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN · Public

$36,992

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $35,884

Graduates: 43

Acceptance: 81.4%

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bloomington, IN · Public

$41,007

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $34,492

Graduates: 29

Acceptance: 80.4%

Hanover College

Hanover, IN · Private

$38,289

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 84.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemistry in Indiana?

Indiana State University ranks #1 for Chemistry in Indiana with median graduate earnings of $34,526 within two years of graduation. There are 7 schools offering Chemistry programs in the state.

How much do Chemistry graduates earn in Indiana?

Chemistry graduates in Indiana earn an average of $35,591 within two years of graduation. This is 5% below the national average of $37,391 for this major.

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

Purdue University-Main Campus is the most selective Chemistry program in Indiana with an acceptance rate of 50.3%. The average acceptance rate across Chemistry programs in the state is 78.8%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Chemistry in Indiana?

In Indiana, private Chemistry programs produce average earnings of $31,452 vs $37,246 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 2 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Indiana

Computer Engineering $75,866 Chemical Engineering $73,792 Computer Science $66,740 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $65,819 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,398 Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,220 Construction Management $59,890 Civil Engineering $59,623

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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.