Mathematics at Portland State University
If you plan to study Mathematics, you may want to check out the program at Portland State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Portland State University is in Portland, OR.
During the most recent reporting year, 66 mathematics graduations were recorded at Portland State University.
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Online Class Availability at Portland State University
Many students take online classes at Portland State University. Among 19,951 students, 3,460 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,027 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at Portland State University
Use these rankings to compare Portland State University’s Mathematics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #103 of 134 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #117 of 134 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #201 of 460 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #400 of 462 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #103 of 134 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #117 of 134 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #201 of 460 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #400 of 462 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from Portland State University
Graduates of Portland State University’s Mathematics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,768 |
| 2 years | $43,798 |
| 3 years | $49,045 |
| 4 years | $63,659 |
| 5 years | $68,456 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Mathematics graduates from Portland State University earn a median of $63,659, compared with $56,923 for all Portland State University graduates — about 12% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Mathematics graduates from Portland State University stands at $26,480.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Mathematics graduates at Portland State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mathematics graduates at Portland State University are 38% women (25) and 62% men (41).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at Portland State University
Among the 39 bachelor’s mathematics degrees awarded at Portland State University, 36% were women (14) and 64% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Portland State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Portland State University, above the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at Portland State University
Among the 20 master’s mathematics degrees awarded at Portland State University, 50% were women (10) and 50% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Portland State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Portland State University, lower than the national average of 20%.*
Mathematics Doctoral Program at Portland State University
Among the 7 doctoral mathematics degrees awarded at Portland State University, 14% were women (1) and 86% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Portland State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Portland State University, above 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 Portland State University
This Mathematics program at Portland State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 66 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Graduates of the Mathematics program at Portland State University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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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