by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 1 U.S. colleges awarded 3 degrees and certificates in Molecular Toxicology. Graduates earn a median $58,787 one year after completing, rising to $99,222 after four years.
A degree in Molecular Toxicology involves the study of Molecular Toxicology. A Program That Focuses On The Scientific Study Of The Genetic Determinants Of Susceptibility To External Pollutants And Poisons; The Interaction Of Toxic Agents With Biological Systems At The Molecular And Cellular Levels; And The Development Of Countermeasures And Treatments. Includes Instruction In Pharmacogenetics, Biomolecular Structure, Gene Expression And Regulation, Transgenic Modeling, Toxic Events Signaling, Transcriptional Activation, Mutagenesis And Carcinogenesis, Pulmonary Toxicology, Xenobiotic Metabolism, Oxidative Stress, Risk Assessment, Molecular Dosimetry, And Studies Of Specific Toxins And Treatment Therapies.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
In the U.S., molecular toxicology is a widely-pursued major, with 3 degrees awarded annually. 1 colleges award molecular toxicology degrees, an average of 3 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 3.
All 3 of the awards are doctorates, the only level colleges reported.
Women earned 33% of molecular toxicology degrees and certificates in the latest year (1 of 3). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (1) and Asian (1).
O*NET rates Reading Comprehension the most important skill for jobs related to molecular toxicology, at 4.1 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are English Language, Biology and Education and Training. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Written Comprehension and Written Expression.
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How long a molecular toxicology degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Doctorate | At least 4 years | 3 |
Master’s degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to molecular toxicology, at 39.0%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Master’s degree | 39.0% |
| Doctoral degree | 21.3% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 16.2% |
| Post-doctoral training | 15.1% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 3.2% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 2.0% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 1.7% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 0.8% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 0.4% |
| First professional degree | 0.4% |
Source: O*NET Online.
6 occupations are related to Molecular Toxicology, with an average median salary of $73,210; the strongest outlook belongs to Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary, at 10.7% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Physical Medicine Teacher, Medical Assistant Instructor, Dietitian Teacher and Medical Aides Teacher.
That occupation also has the most projected jobs of any related to molecular toxicology, at 1,335,407.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,335,407 | 10.7% |
| Climate Change Policy Analysts | 173,597 | 7.1% |
| Industrial Ecologists | 136,627 | 8.5% |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 125,815 | 8.9% |
| Environmental Restoration Planners | 98,537 | 4.3% |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | 67,440 | 3.6% |
Molecular Toxicology graduates earn a median $58,787 one year after completing their program, $99,222 after four years and $91,829 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $58,787 |
| 4 years | $99,222 |
| 5 years | $91,829 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to molecular toxicology is Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists, with a median salary of $111,314.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $90,139 |
| Industrial Ecologists | $83,212 |
| Environmental Restoration Planners | $61,737 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
| Climate Change Policy Analysts | $46,198 |
Molecular Toxicology has 7 similar majors in the Biological & Biomedical Sciences field, which together award 1,149 degrees a year; the largest are Pharmacology (503), Pharmacology and Toxicology (239) and Toxicology (173). Browse all Biological & Biomedical Sciences majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Pharmacology | 503 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 239 |
| Toxicology | 173 |
| Molecular Pharmacology | 82 |
| Environmental Toxicology | 70 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology, Other | 44 |
| Neuropharmacology | 38 |
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