Mathematics at University of California-San Diego
If you plan to study Mathematics, you may want to check out the program at University of California-San Diego. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of California-San Diego is located in La Jolla, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 275 mathematics degrees were awarded at University of California-San Diego.
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Studying Online at University of California-San Diego
Online coursework is an option at University of California-San Diego. Of 44,256 students, 236 (1%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,655 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at University of California-San Diego
Rankings can help you compare University of California-San Diego’s Mathematics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #12 of 120 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 134 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #82 of 134 |
| Best Value | California | #83 of 120 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #92 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #100 of 460 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #12 of 120 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #14 of 134 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #82 of 134 |
| Best Value | California | #83 of 120 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #92 of 462 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #100 of 460 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from University of California-San Diego
Those who finish University of California-San Diego’s Mathematics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,222 |
| 2 years | $39,729 |
| 3 years | $52,631 |
| 4 years | $56,452 |
| 5 years | $70,456 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Mathematics graduates from University of California-San Diego earn a median of $56,452, compared with $84,922 for all University of California-San Diego graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Mathematics graduates from University of California-San Diego stands at $16,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Mathematics graduates at University of California-San Diego, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Mathematics graduates at University of California-San Diego are 33% women (91) and 67% men (184).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at University of California-San Diego
Among the 218 bachelor’s mathematics graduates at University of California-San Diego, 37% were women (81) and 63% were men (137).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-San Diego.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 55 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 104 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 39% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-San Diego, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at University of California-San Diego
Of the 23 master’s mathematics degrees awarded at University of California-San Diego, 9% were women (2) and 91% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at University of California-San Diego.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 14 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Mathematics Doctoral Program at University of California-San Diego
Among the 34 doctoral mathematics degrees awarded at University of California-San Diego, 24% were women (8) and 76% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at University of California-San Diego.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 18 |
Minority students account for 15% of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at University of California-San Diego, below 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 University of California-San Diego
The Mathematics program at University of California-San Diego offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 129 |
| Other Mathematics | 146 |
Best-Paid Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Graduates of the Mathematics program at University of California-San Diego pursue many career paths. Here are 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.