Chemistry Degree

The chemistry degree program at Allen University offers students a chance to gain instruction on the scientific study of the composition and behavior of matter, including its micro- and macro-structure, the process of chemical change, and theoretical description and laboratory simulation of these phenomena. Students who graduate the chemistry degree program can seek a future in jobs or career paths such as forensic science, chemical engineering, biochemistry, environmental law, metallurgy, teaching, pharmaceuticals, petroleum and natural gas industry, oceanography, and more. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer chemistry degrees.

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Allen University

2276 Jefferson Davis Highway, Graniteville, SC

Allen University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Columbia, SC. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The African Methodist Episcopal affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. The school's limited space in terms of enrollment, about 850 students, allows students to have a more hands on education due to class size and ease of access to professors.

A list of some of the programs offered are:

• Business Administration
• Social Sciences
• Biology
• Religious Studies
• English

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting all applicants that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and admissions essays may be required for certain programs.

The cost of tuition is approximately $13,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

The mascot for Allen University is the "Yellow Jackets", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NAIA. Available sports offered may include:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track and Field, X-Country (NAIA Division I)

Students can visit the school's allenuniversity.edu to see additional information about the school's curricular offerings, extracurricular activities, student services, and campus life.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $48.51
  • Average Annual Salary: $100900

Chemists

Description

Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, chemists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.43
  • Average Annual Salary: $77850

Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).