Chemistry Degree

The chemistry degree program at University of Mary Hardin – Baylor 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 Texas colleges that offer chemistry degrees.

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University of Mary Hardin – Baylor (UMHB)

1200 Amburn Road, Texas City, TX

University of Mary Hardin - Baylor is a nonprofit private college that has a large selection of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Belton, Texas, in a predominantly suburban area. The school's Baptist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at University of Mary Hardin - Baylor is nearly three thousand yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Psychology
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1350 to 1700 for the SAT exam and within the range of 20 to 26 for the ACT exam is common among students admitted to UMHB. Only 27% of applicants are admitted to the school due to the large number of applicants and the intense competition for the limited enrollment spaces available. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $25,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Students attending University of Mary Hardin - Baylor may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The UMHB Crusaders participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the school's http://www.umhb.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Chemistry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UMHB 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

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 670
  • Average Hourly Rate: $70.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $146300

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

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $73170

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).