Chemistry Degree

The chemistry degree program at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey 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 New Jersey colleges that offer chemistry degrees.

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The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey

Also known as Stockton State

Castle Point On Hudson, Hoboken, NJ

The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Galloway, New Jersey, which is a predominantly rural area. Approximately seven thousand students are enrolled per year at The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.

Students can pick from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most common test scores among applicants admitted to Stockton State are between 19 - 23 on the ACT, or 1430 - 1730 on the SAT exam. 65% of students that apply are accepted to The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, of which 30 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $13,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $20,000 annually. On-campus housing is available for students and costs around $8,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.stockton.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Chemistry Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey 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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $79.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $165590
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $96.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $199960

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $79150
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $86080

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).