Mathematics at University at Buffalo
If you plan to study Mathematics, consider the program at University at Buffalo. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University at Buffalo is in Buffalo, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 121 mathematics degrees were awarded at University at Buffalo.
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Online Class Availability at University at Buffalo
Many students take online classes at University at Buffalo. Of 31,903 students, 2,663 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,527 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at University at Buffalo
These rankings give you a sense of how University at Buffalo’s Mathematics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #33 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #37 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #175 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #321 of 460 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #33 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #37 of 72 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #175 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #321 of 460 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from University at Buffalo
Those who finish University at Buffalo’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 | $34,274 |
| 2 years | $40,132 |
| 3 years | $53,596 |
| 4 years | $55,293 |
| 5 years | $67,072 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Mathematics graduates from University at Buffalo earn a median of $55,293, compared with $66,344 for all University at Buffalo graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Mathematics graduates from University at Buffalo is $18,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Mathematics graduates at University at Buffalo, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mathematics graduates at University at Buffalo are 30% women (36) and 70% men (85).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at University at Buffalo
Of the 104 bachelor’s mathematics degrees awarded at University at Buffalo, 29% were women (30) and 71% were men (74).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 50 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 14 |
| Unknown | 5 |
Minority students account for 34% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo, above the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at University at Buffalo
Among the 10 master’s mathematics graduates at University at Buffalo, 40% were women (4) and 60% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at University at Buffalo.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Mathematics Doctoral Program at University at Buffalo
Among the 7 doctoral mathematics degrees awarded at University at Buffalo, 29% were women (2) and 71% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at University at Buffalo.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Mathematics Concentrations at University at Buffalo
The Mathematics program at University at Buffalo breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 121 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Students who finish Mathematics program at University at Buffalo go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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.