Mathematics at Stony Brook University
If you are interested in studying Mathematics, you may want to check out the program at Stony Brook University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Stony Brook University is located in Stony Brook, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 133 mathematics degrees were awarded at Stony Brook University.
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Studying Online at Stony Brook University
Many students take online classes at Stony Brook University. Of 26,689 students, 1,783 (7%) studied exclusively online and 11,369 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at Stony Brook University
Use these rankings to compare Stony Brook University’s Mathematics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #8 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #20 of 27 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #25 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #46 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #236 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 460 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #8 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #20 of 27 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #25 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #46 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #236 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 460 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from Stony Brook University
Graduates of Stony Brook 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 | $41,310 |
| 2 years | $39,648 |
| 4 years | $58,217 |
| 5 years | $80,309 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Mathematics graduates from Stony Brook University earn a median of $58,217, compared with $69,653 for all Stony Brook University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Mathematics graduates from Stony Brook University comes in at $22,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Mathematics graduates at Stony Brook University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Mathematics graduates at Stony Brook University are 24% women (32) and 76% men (101).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at Stony Brook University
Among the 109 bachelor’s mathematics graduates at Stony Brook University, 26% were women (28) and 74% were men (81).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 23 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 40 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 33% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at Stony Brook University
Among the 9 master’s mathematics degrees awarded at Stony Brook University, 11% were women (1) and 89% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Mathematics Doctoral Program at Stony Brook University
Of the 15 doctoral mathematics graduates at Stony Brook University, 20% were women (3) and 80% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Stony Brook University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
Minority students account for 13% of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook University
The Mathematics program at Stony Brook University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 133 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Graduates of the Mathematics program at Stony Brook University go on to a range of careers. Below 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.