Chemistry at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

UW-Whitewater's chemistry program punches well above its weight, placing graduates in the 89th percentile nationally for earnings—nearly $6,300 above the typical chemistry graduate. With first-year earnings of $48,903 and debt around $25,250, graduates face a manageable 0.52 debt-to-earnings ratio. Within Wisconsin, the program sits squarely in the middle of the pack at the 60th percentile, trailing flagship Madison by just $17 but competitive with stronger-ranked state schools like Eau Claire and Platteville.

The moderate sample size and 12% earnings growth to $54,746 suggest stable outcomes rather than outlier results. What makes this particularly appealing is the combination: accessible admission (83% acceptance rate) paired with top-tier graduate outcomes. Students who might not gain admission to more selective programs can achieve comparable or better financial results here.

For families prioritizing return on investment in a STEM field, this represents a straightforward value proposition. Your child gets chemistry degree outcomes that beat 89% of programs nationwide at a cost that won't require years of financial strain to resolve.