Chemistry at Eastern Washington University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Chemistry bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Washington University | — | $58,242 | — | — |
| Western Washington University | $48,527 | $73,774 | $22,104 | 0.46 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $46,369 | $53,639 | $15,389 | 0.33 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus | $46,369 | $53,639 | $15,389 | 0.33 |
| Pacific Lutheran University | $44,555 | — | $23,000 | 0.52 |
| Whitworth University | $33,203 | — | $26,000 | 0.78 |
| National Median | $42,581 | — | $24,000 | 0.56 |
Other Chemistry Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $9,286 | $48,527 | $22,104 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $46,369 | $15,389 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $12,559 | $46,369 | $15,389 |
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $50,964 | $44,555 | $23,000 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $50,920 | $33,203 | $26,000 |
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 Eastern Washington University, approximately 35% 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.