Compare 9 Chemistry. programs in Georgia. Average earnings: $43,743.
The highest-earning Chemistry program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $32K earnings gap across 9 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Georgia Southern University's Chemistry program leads with graduates earning $56,744, well above the $44,000 average. Emory follows at $54,509, while Georgia State reaches $52,265. Regional publics aren't just competing—they're winning, proving program quality trumps school prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Emory graduates borrow $18,250 and face just a 7.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. Georgia Southern offers the best family value with a 16.7% combined burden, keeping payments manageable for most graduates.
Highest program earnings: $56,744
Strong outcomes with 90% acceptance
7.8% payment burden | Excellent - payment under 8% of discretionary
16.7% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $56,744 | 41 | $23,250 | Good | $16,000 | Manageable | |
| #2 | Emory UniversityPrivate | $54,509 | 96 | $18,250 | Excellent | $30,480 | Challenging |
| #3 | Georgia State UniversityPublic | $52,265 | 79 | $20,903 | Good | $14,837 | Manageable |
| #4 | $51,039 | 45 | $23,833 | Good | $19,000 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $48,517 | 21 | $23,970 | Manageable | $15,047 | Challenging | |
| #6 | University Of GeorgiaPublic | $43,693 | 40 | $18,500 | Manageable | $20,855 | High |
| #7 | $35,420 | 12 | $24,779 | High | $19,136 | High | |
| #8 | Augusta UniversityPublic | $26,353 | 26 | $20,500 | High | $15,568 | High |
| #9 | Mercer UniversityPrivate | $25,151 | 27 | $24,199 | High | $20,000 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
