by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in chemistry at Cal Poly. It is offered at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks Cal Poly as a strong choice for chemistry, ranked #22 out of 391 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Chemistry Schools | 22 of 391 |
| Best Chemistry Schools in California | 5 of 52 |
Here is each degree level granted in chemistry at Cal Poly, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 27 |
| Master’s | 10 |
During the most recent reporting year, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo awarded 10 master’s degrees in chemistry.
Cal Poly is not yet ranked for chemistry at the master’s level.
In the most recent graduating class, 50% of chemistry master’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The majority of chemistry master’s degree graduates at Cal Poly were White. About 70% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo with a master’s in chemistry.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Cal Poly awarded 10 master’s degrees in polymer chemistry in the most recent reporting year — 50% to women and 50% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (70%).
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at Cal Poly. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Chemistry | 27 |