Mathematics at Boston University
If you plan to study Mathematics, take a look at what Boston University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Boston University is in Boston, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 103 mathematics degrees were awarded at Boston University.
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Online Class Availability at Boston University
Distance learning is available at Boston University. Of 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at Boston University
Rankings can help you compare Boston University’s Mathematics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #9 of 17 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #10 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #15 of 37 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #22 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #76 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #382 of 460 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #9 of 17 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #10 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #15 of 37 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #22 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #76 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #382 of 460 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from Boston University
Students who complete Boston University’s Mathematics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,129 |
| 2 years | $47,260 |
| 3 years | $60,190 |
| 4 years | $68,307 |
| 5 years | $71,541 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Mathematics graduates from Boston University report median earnings of $68,307, compared with $86,455 for all Boston University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Mathematics graduates from Boston University comes in at $19,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Mathematics graduates at Boston University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Mathematics graduates at Boston University are 45% women (46) and 55% men (57).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at Boston University
Among the 97 bachelor’s mathematics degrees awarded at Boston University, 44% were women (43) and 56% were men (54).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 16 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 57 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University, below the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at Boston University
Among the 4 master’s mathematics graduates at Boston University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Boston University, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Mathematics Doctoral Program at Boston University
Of the 2 doctoral mathematics degrees awarded at Boston University, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Mathematics Concentrations at Boston University
The Mathematics program at Boston University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 103 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Students who finish Mathematics program at Boston University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Mathematics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Bioinformatics Technicians | $121,896 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Data Scientists | $106,295 |
| Clinical Data Managers | $99,475 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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