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Best Chemistry Schools in Texas

Texas has 13 colleges offering Chemistry programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 354 recent graduates. Graduates in Texas earn $41,481 on average within two years — 11% above the national average of $37,290, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: Texas State University graduates earn $57,318 while Texas Tech University graduates earn $27,669 — a $29,649 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

13
Schools in TX
$41,481
TX Avg. Earnings
$37,290
National Avg.
259
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Chemistry in Texas

Public Schools (12)
$41,748
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$38,289
avg. 2yr earnings

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

Chemistry Schools in Texas, Ranked by Earnings

#1
T

Texas State University

San Marcos, TX · Public

$57,318
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 89.5%
#2
U

University of Houston

Houston, TX · Public

$51,106
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $42,259
Graduates: 34
Acceptance: 69.5%
#3
T

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX · Public

$45,696
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 89.5%
#4
U

University of Houston-Downtown

Houston, TX · Public

$44,170
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $42,314
Graduates: 20
Acceptance: 90.6%
#5
T

Texas A&M University-College Station

College Station, TX · Public

$44,021
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $42,508
Graduates: 37
Acceptance: 63.2%
#6
T

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Edinburg, TX · Public

$43,798
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,631
Graduates: 34
Acceptance: 84.8%
#7
S

Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, TX · Public

$42,682
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $34,123
Graduates: 33
Acceptance: 85.4%
#8
T

The University of Texas at San Antonio

San Antonio, TX · Public

$40,089
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $33,113
Graduates: 33
Acceptance: 88.5%
#9
T

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX · Public

$39,639
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $40,785
Graduates: 104
Acceptance: 29.1%
#10
B

Baylor University

Waco, TX · Private

$38,289
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $39,868
Graduates: 18
Acceptance: 51.0%
#11
T

Texas Southern University

Houston, TX · Public

$32,569
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $23,161
Graduates: 16
Acceptance: 93.3%
#12
U

University of North Texas

Denton, TX · Public

$32,213
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $38,316
Graduates: 25
Acceptance: 72.5%
#13
T

Texas Tech University

Lubbock, TX · Public

$27,669
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 70.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemistry in Texas?
Texas State University ranks #1 for Chemistry in Texas with median graduate earnings of $57,318 within two years of graduation. There are 13 schools offering Chemistry programs in the state.
How much do Chemistry graduates earn in Texas?
Chemistry graduates in Texas earn an average of $41,481 within two years of graduation. This is 11% above the national average of $37,290 for this major.
What is the hardest Chemistry school to get into in Texas?
The University of Texas at Austin is the most selective Chemistry program in Texas with an acceptance rate of 29.1%. The average acceptance rate across Chemistry programs in the state is 75.2%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Chemistry in Texas?
In Texas, private Chemistry programs produce average earnings of $38,289 vs $41,748 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 12 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Texas

Chemical Engineering $70,069 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $68,562 Computer Engineering $65,273 Industrial Engineering $64,917 Computer Science $64,839 Construction Engineering Technologies $63,237 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $62,062 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $61,898
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.