Chemistry at Whitman College
Bachelor's Degree
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitman College | $46,369* | — | $24,994* | — |
| 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 Whitman College, approximately 15% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in WA. Actual outcomes may vary.