Mathematics at Northwestern University
If you are interested in studying Mathematics, take a look at what Northwestern University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northwestern University sits in Evanston, IL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 61 mathematics degrees were granted at Northwestern University.
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Online Class Availability at Northwestern University
Many students take online classes at Northwestern University. Of 23,856 students, 781 (3%) studied exclusively online and 1,509 (6%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at Northwestern University
Use these rankings to compare Northwestern University’s Mathematics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 462 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #12 of 13 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #46 of 55 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #378 of 460 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #1 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 462 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #12 of 13 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #46 of 55 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #378 of 460 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from Northwestern University
Those who finish Northwestern 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 | $68,815 |
| 2 years | $75,518 |
| 3 years | $76,013 |
| 4 years | $85,521 |
| 5 years | $119,511 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Mathematics graduates from Northwestern University earn a median of $85,521, compared with $111,206 for all Northwestern University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Mathematics graduates from Northwestern University stands at $12,418.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Mathematics graduates at Northwestern University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mathematics graduates at Northwestern University are 34% women (21) and 66% men (40).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at Northwestern University
Of the 57 bachelor’s mathematics graduates at Northwestern University, 35% were women (20) and 65% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 35% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northwestern University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Doctoral Program at Northwestern University
Of the 4 doctoral mathematics degrees awarded at Northwestern University, 25% were women (1) and 75% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Northwestern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Mathematics Concentrations at Northwestern University
The Mathematics program at Northwestern University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 61 |
Best-Paid Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Those who complete Mathematics program at Northwestern University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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.