Best Chemistry Schools in South Carolina

South Carolina has 5 colleges offering Chemistry programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 77 recent graduates. Graduates earn $37,771 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $37,391.

5
Schools in SC
$37,771
SC Avg. Earnings
$37,391
National Avg.
304
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Chemistry in South Carolina

Public Schools (4)
$37,092
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$40,485
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $3,393 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Chemistry Schools in South Carolina, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Clemson University logo

Clemson University

Clemson, SC · Public

$36,132
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 38.0%
#2
Winthrop University logo

Winthrop University

Rock Hill, SC · Public

$40,368
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $37,478
Graduates: 22
Acceptance: 75.1%
#3
University of South Carolina-Columbia logo

University of South Carolina-Columbia

Columbia, SC · Public

$39,585
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $27,527
Graduates: 37
Acceptance: 61.5%
#4
Wofford College logo

Wofford College

Spartanburg, SC · Private

$40,485
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $34,920
Graduates: 18
Acceptance: 58.6%
#5
College of Charleston logo

College of Charleston

Charleston, SC · Public

$32,284
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 72.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemistry in South Carolina?
Clemson University ranks #1 for Chemistry in South Carolina with median graduate earnings of $36,132 within two years of graduation. There are 5 schools offering Chemistry programs in the state.
How much do Chemistry graduates earn in South Carolina?
Chemistry graduates in South Carolina earn an average of $37,771 within two years of graduation. This is 1% above the national average of $37,391 for this major.
What is the hardest Chemistry school to get into in South Carolina?
Clemson University is the most selective Chemistry program in South Carolina with an acceptance rate of 38.0%. The average acceptance rate across Chemistry programs in the state is 61.0%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Chemistry in South Carolina?
In South Carolina, private Chemistry programs produce average earnings of $40,485 vs $37,092 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 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.