Mathematics at Clemson University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Mathematics, consider the program at Clemson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Clemson University is located in Clemson, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 81 mathematics graduations were recorded at Clemson University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Clemson University
Many students take online classes at Clemson University. Among 29,077 students, 2,046 (7%) studied exclusively online and 9,006 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at Clemson University
Rankings can help you compare Clemson University’s Mathematics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 75 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #56 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #347 of 460 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 75 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #56 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #347 of 460 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from Clemson University
Those who finish Clemson University’s Mathematics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,691 |
| 2 years | $46,478 |
| 3 years | $62,843 |
| 4 years | $71,461 |
| 5 years | $85,098 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Mathematics graduates from Clemson University take home a median $71,461, compared with $66,054 for all Clemson University graduates — about 8% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Mathematics graduates from Clemson University comes in at $22,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Mathematics graduates at Clemson University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Mathematics graduates at Clemson University are 43% women (35) and 57% men (46).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at Clemson University
Of the 48 bachelor’s mathematics degrees awarded at Clemson University, 48% were women (23) and 52% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University, lower than the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at Clemson University
Of the 14 master’s mathematics degrees awarded at Clemson University, 43% were women (6) and 57% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Mathematics Doctoral Program at Clemson University
Among the 19 doctoral mathematics graduates at Clemson University, 32% were women (6) and 68% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 5% of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Clemson University, lower than the national average of 15%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Mathematics Concentrations at Clemson University
The Mathematics program at Clemson University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 81 |
Best-Paid Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Graduates of the Mathematics program at Clemson University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Mathematics majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.