Oxford has a total population of 21,943 and a student population of 16,884. Of these students, 16,884 are enrolled in schools that offer chemistry programs.
Miami University-Oxford is the largest chemistry school in Oxford, based on student population. Approximately 36 students graduated in 2010 from Miami University-Oxford with credentials in chemistry.
In 2010, 38 students graduated with a chemistry degree in Oxford. Tuition in 2009 at Oxford's chemistry schools was $29,003 per year for instate students and $43,361 per year for out of state students.
You should also anticipate spending about $1,460 for chemistry related books and supplies every year. And if you live on campus, you will face an additional expense of $9,458 per year, on average, for room and board. If you live at home, you can cut this cost down to approximately $0.
Many chemistry graduates choose to work as chemists after graduation. If you choose to follow that path and remain in Oxford, your job prospects are not very good. In 2010, 1 out of every 3 chemists in Ohio were working in the greater Oxford area. Oxford's chemist workforce is projected to decrease by -6% by the year 2018. This anticipated change is slower than the projected nationwide trend for chemists.
As a chemist in Oxford, you can expect to make an average salary of $68,640 per year. This is higher than the average salary for chemists in the state.
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