Northeastern University — Boston, MA

Chemistry

at Northeastern University · Boston, MA

Strong Value

Solid pick

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Common Pre-Med/Pre-Pharm Major

Chemistry graduates often continue to professional or doctoral programs. Salary data reflects only immediate workforce entrants.

The Bottom Line

↑Grads earn about $54,138/yr starting out — that's 80% more than skipping college
⏱Takes about 5.7 years to earn back what you spent
$Students on financial aid pay about $32,116/yr after grants & scholarships (varies by family income) — $137,301 total with loan interest

Listed Price

$81,353/yr

Starting Salary

$54,138

Finish Rate

90.4%

Cost

$81,353/yr

Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid

Students on financial aid pay $32,116/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $49,237/yr)

4 Years Total

$325,412

Typical Debt

$24,250

Interest You'd Owe

+$8,837

What You'd Really Pay

$137,301

That's about $276/month for 10 years after you graduate

What 10 Years Looks Like

You'd earn (with degree)$541,380

Without college$300,000

Total cost of degree$137,301

Pays for Itself In

5.7 yrs

Salary Boost

+80%

Ahead After 10 Years

$404,079

How We Scored This

Salary vs. Cost31.6/40

Do you earn enough to justify the price?

Payoff Speed19.9/25

How fast do you earn back what you spent?

Salary Boost10.7/20

How much more than skipping college?

Graduation Rate13.6/15

Will you actually finish?

Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.

Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.

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