Chemistry · Oregon

Chemistry colleges in Oregon

CampusPin lists 31 U.S. colleges in Oregon that offer Chemistry programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Chemistry studies matter and its transformations, preparing graduates for pharmaceutical, materials, energy, environmental, and biotech careers, plus medical and graduate school.

Schools in Oregon that offer Chemistry

Chemistry programs in Oregon: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 31 schools listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

31

Public / private

16 / 15

Universities / 2-year

24 / 7

Cities represented

18

In-state tuition range

$4,941–$67,020

Median in-state tuition

$15,669

Lowest published in-state tuition

Central Oregon Community College

$4,941

Most selective

Reed College

27% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

Oregon State University

35,158 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Chemistry program

  • General, organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Spectroscopy and instrumental analysis
  • Quantum chemistry and thermodynamics
  • Lab techniques (synthesis, NMR, mass spec, chromatography)
  • Calculus, differential equations, physics
  • Senior research thesis

Where a Chemistry degree can lead

  • Pharmaceutical Researcher
  • Forensic Chemist
  • Materials Scientist
  • Environmental Chemist
  • PhD Chemist (academia or industry)
  • Pre-medicine pathway → MD/DO

Typical pay: $54,000–$78,000 early-career (BLS chemist median $84,150)

A Chemistry major covers general, organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry. Most BS programs require additional math (calculus, differential equations) and physics, plus extensive lab work. ACS-certified programs meet the American Chemical Society standard for graduate-school readiness. Common concentrations include Biochemistry, Materials, Environmental, and Forensic.

Chemistry graduates work in pharmaceutical R&D, materials science, energy, environmental analysis, forensic labs, and medical school. The major pairs naturally with Biology (for biochemistry and pre-med) or Physics (for materials).

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