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#1

#1 Best College for Forensic Chemistry in the U.S.

Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA

Every year, Thomas Jefferson University awards around 296 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,170–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$51,883
#2

#2 Best College for Forensic Chemistry in the U.S.

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY

At the University of Kentucky, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General. In fact, the University of Kentucky grants 387 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$54,504
#3

#3 Best College for Forensic Chemistry in the U.S.

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

Each year, Temple University grants around 355 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,130–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$56,563
#4

#4 Best College for Forensic Chemistry in the U.S.

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK

At the University of Central Oklahoma, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Forensic Science and Technology. In fact, the University of Central Oklahoma awards 184 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$52,631
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About Forensic Chemistry

A program that focuses on the application of chemical techniques and instrumentation to the analysis and evaluation of physical evidence to aid in criminal investigations. Includes instruction in analytical, inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry; biochemistry; forensic toxicology; instrumental analysis; crime scene processing; criminal investigation; forensic laboratory technology; and applicable law.

Students majoring in Forensic Chemistry can earn up to a Bachelors degree. On average, 7% percent of men and 93% percent of women make up the degrees awarded across all college campuses. Forensic Chemistry is most popular in Kentucky. The Median Starting Salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Forensic Chemistry is $45,700.

Popularity of Forensic Chemistry Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

Majoring in Forensic Chemistry, your education is applicable to different careers. Forensic Chemistry majors go on to pursue jobs including Natural Sciences Managers and Chemists which are in high demand. Some of the jobs with the highest salary for Forensic Chemistry majors include Natural Sciences Managers, Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary and Chemists.

Top Paying Careers

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Most In-Demand Careers

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Student Demographics

Total Students
27
Female Students
25 (92%)
Male Students
2 (7%)

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