Chemistry Degree

The chemistry degree program at Berry College 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 Georgia colleges that offer chemistry degrees.

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Berry College

3200 Augusta Tech Drive, Augusta, GA

Berry College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Mount Berry, Georgia and operated as a private institution. Berry College has an annual student enrollment of around two thousand.

Students may select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Agriculture Operations
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Communications And Journalism
• Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to Berry College. Scores between 23 - 29 on the ACT or 1560 - 1890 on the SAT are required to greatly increase your chances for acceptance. 62% of applicants are accepted to Berry College, of which 28 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at berry.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $29,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their cost of attendance. The cost of on-campus housing is around $5,700 for the year. Berry College may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Berry College through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.berry.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Chemistry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Berry College offers a bachelor's degree program in chemistry.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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).