Mathematics and Statistics
A program with a general synthesis of mathematics and statistics or a specialization which draws from mathematics and statistics. Includes instruction in calculus, linear algebra, numerical analysis and partial differential equations, discrete mathematics, probability theory, statistics, computing, and other related topics.
- Schools offering
- 34
- Annual completions
- 232
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $95k
About this major
A program with a general synthesis of mathematics and statistics or a specialization which draws from mathematics and statistics. Includes instruction in calculus, linear algebra, numerical analysis and partial differential equations, discrete mathematics, probability theory, statistics, computing, and other related topics.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data scientists | $113k | +33.5% | Bachelor's degree |
| Natural sciences managers | $161k | +3.7% | Bachelor's degree |
| Mathematical science teachers, postsecondary | $79k | +2.3% | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Actuaries | $126k | +21.8% | Bachelor's degree |
| Statisticians | $103k | +8.5% | Master's degree |
| Mathematicians | $122k | -0.7% | Master's degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$95k
Top colleges for Mathematics and Statistics
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | 0 | 54 | 54 |
| University of Arizona | Tucson, AZ | 0 | 34 | 34 |
| Emory University | Atlanta, GA | 0 | 22 | 22 |
| William & Mary | Williamsburg, VA | 0 | 14 | 14 |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus | Tacoma, WA | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| University of South Alabama | Mobile, AL | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Miami University-Oxford | Oxford, OH | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| Florida Southern College | Lakeland, FL | 0 | 10 | 10 |
| Smith College | Northampton, MA | 0 | 6 | 6 |
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