Program Analysis
Graduates earn $43,349/yr, edging above the $41,256 national average for Chemistry — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.
The 12.1x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. By pure financial math, this is a standout.
AI risk is moderate — 47% task exposure — and the 13% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $24,500 debt-to-$43,349 income ratio translates to about 7 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #67 out of 205 programs, Ohio University-Main Campus's Chemistry offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth from $43,349 to $71,665 over five years (65% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.