Best Chemistry Schools in Louisiana

Louisiana has 3 colleges offering Chemistry programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 18 recent graduates. Graduates earn $38,605 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $37,391.

3
Schools in LA
$38,605
LA Avg. Earnings
$37,391
National Avg.
304
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Chemistry in Louisiana

Public Schools (2)
$50,856
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$26,353
avg. 2yr earnings

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

Chemistry Schools in Louisiana, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Louisiana Tech University logo

Louisiana Tech University

Ruston, LA · Public

N/A
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 72.6%
#2
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College logo

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

Baton Rouge, LA · Public

$50,856
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $53,433
Graduates: 18
Acceptance: 74.0%
#3
Xavier University of Louisiana logo

Xavier University of Louisiana

New Orleans, LA · Private

$26,353
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 74.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemistry in Louisiana?
Louisiana Tech University ranks #1 for Chemistry in Louisiana with median graduate earnings of N/A within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering Chemistry programs in the state.
How much do Chemistry graduates earn in Louisiana?
Chemistry graduates in Louisiana earn an average of $38,605 within two years of graduation. This is 3% above the national average of $37,391 for this major.
What is the hardest Chemistry school to get into in Louisiana?
Louisiana Tech University is the most selective Chemistry program in Louisiana with an acceptance rate of 72.6%. The average acceptance rate across Chemistry programs in the state is 73.7%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Chemistry in Louisiana?
In Louisiana, private Chemistry programs produce average earnings of $26,353 vs $50,856 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 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.