Chemistry at CUNY Brooklyn College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY Brooklyn College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY Brooklyn College graduates earn $34k, placing them in the 17th percentile of all chemistry bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Chemistry bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (80 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Brooklyn College | $34,239 | — | — | — |
| State University of New York at Oswego | $52,645 | — | $27,000 | 0.51 |
| University at Albany | $48,276 | $57,546 | $25,856 | 0.54 |
| New York University | $37,249 | $63,411 | $23,250 | 0.62 |
| University at Buffalo | $35,284 | $53,437 | $23,250 | 0.66 |
| Binghamton University | $35,115 | $69,083 | $19,500 | 0.56 |
| National Median | $42,581 | — | $24,000 | 0.56 |
Other Chemistry Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| State University of New York at Oswego Oswego | $8,769 | $52,645 | $27,000 |
| University at Albany Albany | $10,408 | $48,276 | $25,856 |
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $37,249 | $23,250 |
| University at Buffalo Buffalo | $10,782 | $35,284 | $23,250 |
| Binghamton University Vestal | $10,363 | $35,115 | $19,500 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At CUNY Brooklyn College, approximately 56% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 20 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.