Compare 7 Chemistry. programs in Tennessee. Average earnings: $40,800.
With top graduates earning $50,076, Chemistry stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $10K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
The University of Memphis leads Tennessee's Chemistry programs with graduates earning $50,076, followed closely by East Tennessee State University at $49,751. These outcomes demonstrate that regional publics can deliver strong career results—the average across all 7 programs is $40,800, but top performers significantly exceed this benchmark.
For families, the math changes significantly. Tennessee Technological University offers a 9.4% student debt burden, but when parent loans are included, it still leads with a 17.4% family burden — proof that the best choice depends on who's paying and lands in the 'Manageable' category for total family debt.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of MemphisPublic | $50,076 | 43 | $23,300 | Good | $15,393 | Challenging |
| #2 | $49,751 | 27 | $19,442 | Good | $16,938 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $45,419 | 19 | $15,650 | Good | $11,640 | Manageable | |
| #4 | $44,354 | 27 | $20,500 | Manageable | $30,610 | High | |
| #5 | $35,420 | 16 | $20,000 | Challenging | $14,229 | High | |
| #6 | $33,993 | 20 | $19,500 | Challenging | $17,353 | High | |
| #7 | $26,585 | 27 | $20,547 | High | $14,710 | 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 →
