Chemistry Degree

The chemistry degree program at Bennett College for Women 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 North Carolina colleges that offer chemistry degrees.

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Bennett College for Women

Also known as Bennett College / Bennett

100 Belmont-Mt Holly Road, Belmont, NC

Bennett College for Women is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Greensboro, NC. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. The low student to teacher ratio and access to faculty is due primarily to the small student body, nearly 800 students, maintained by Bennett College for Women.

A list of some of the programs offered are:

• Journalism
• Biology
• Psychology
• Business Administration

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Bennett College for Women accepts about 60 percent of students applying yearly. Of those accepted, about 18 percent of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $18,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's tuition calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $4,100. Students attending Bennett College for Women may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

Students who would like to see more about Bennett College for Women may take a look at their website at http://www.bennett.edu.

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 110
  • Average Hourly Rate: $57.08
  • Average Annual Salary: $118730

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

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 570
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $73650

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).