Best Chemistry Schools in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has 9 colleges offering Chemistry programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 183 recent graduates. Graduates in Wisconsin earn $41,490 on average within two years — 11% above the national average of $37,391, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

Schools in WI

$41,490

WI Avg. Earnings

$37,391

National Avg.

304

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Chemistry in Wisconsin

Public Schools (8)

$41,574

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$40,821

avg. 2yr earnings

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

Chemistry Schools in Wisconsin, Ranked by Earnings

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Eau Claire, WI · Public

$40,017

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,719

Graduates: 33

Acceptance: 76.1%

University of Wisconsin-Platteville

Platteville, WI · Public

$44,189

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,320

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 87.3%

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI · Public

$47,260

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,140

Graduates: 46

Acceptance: 43.4%

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI · Public

$35,060

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $37,282

Graduates: 34

Acceptance: 88.4%

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Whitewater, WI · Public

$39,153

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,644

Graduates: 31

Acceptance: 82.8%

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

La Crosse, WI · Public

$44,021

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 73.3%

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

Green Bay, WI · Public

$42,123

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 87.8%

Beloit College

Beloit, WI · Private

$40,821

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $28,383

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 57.4%

University of Wisconsin-River Falls

River Falls, WI · Public

$40,768

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 81.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Chemistry in Wisconsin?

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire ranks #1 for Chemistry in Wisconsin with median graduate earnings of $40,017 within two years of graduation. There are 9 schools offering Chemistry programs in the state.

How much do Chemistry graduates earn in Wisconsin?

Chemistry graduates in Wisconsin earn an average of $41,490 within two years of graduation. This is 11% above the national average of $37,391 for this major.

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

University of Wisconsin-Madison is the most selective Chemistry program in Wisconsin with an acceptance rate of 43.4%. The average acceptance rate across Chemistry programs in the state is 75.3%.

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

In Wisconsin, private Chemistry programs produce average earnings of $40,821 vs $41,574 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 8 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Wisconsin

Computer Engineering $73,755 Construction Management $63,643 Computer Programming $62,260 Civil Engineering $62,210 Computer and Information Sciences, General $61,271 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $60,265 Computer Science $59,189 Computer Systems Analysis $57,437

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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.