Mathematics at Montana State University
If you plan to study Mathematics, take a look at what Montana State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Montana State University is in Bozeman, MT.
During the most recent reporting year, 53 mathematics graduations were recorded at Montana State University.
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Online Class Availability at Montana State University
Distance learning is available at Montana State University. Of 17,135 students, 909 (5%) studied exclusively online and 2,540 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at Montana State University
Rankings can help you compare Montana State University’s Mathematics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #338 of 460 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #390 of 462 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #338 of 460 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #390 of 462 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from Montana State University
Students who complete Montana State 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 | $40,201 |
| 2 years | $38,302 |
| 4 years | $52,167 |
| 5 years | $70,536 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Mathematics graduates from Montana State University earn a median of $52,167, compared with $55,032 for all Montana State University graduates — about 5% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Mathematics graduates from Montana State University comes in at $24,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Mathematics graduates at Montana State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Mathematics graduates at Montana State University are 36% women (19) and 64% men (34).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at Montana State University
Among the 21 bachelor’s mathematics graduates at Montana State University, 38% were women (8) and 62% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Montana State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Montana State University, below the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at Montana State University
Of the 28 master’s mathematics graduates at Montana State University, 29% were women (8) and 71% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Montana State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Minority students account for 4% of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Montana State University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Mathematics Doctoral Program at Montana State University
Among the 4 doctoral mathematics graduates at Montana State University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Montana State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Montana State University, higher 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 Montana State University
The Mathematics program at Montana State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 53 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Graduates of the Mathematics program at Montana State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying 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.