Mathematics at University of Kansas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Mathematics, consider the program at University of Kansas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kansas is located in Lawrence, KS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 52 mathematics degrees were awarded at University of Kansas.
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Studying Online at University of Kansas
Online coursework is an option at University of Kansas. Of 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at University of Kansas
Use these rankings to compare University of Kansas’s Mathematics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #14 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #27 of 29 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #290 of 460 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #406 of 462 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #14 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #27 of 29 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #290 of 460 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #406 of 462 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from University of Kansas
Students who complete University of Kansas’s Mathematics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,886 |
| 2 years | $39,927 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Mathematics graduates from University of Kansas is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Mathematics graduates at University of Kansas, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Mathematics graduates at University of Kansas are 23% women (12) and 77% men (40).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at University of Kansas
Of the 32 bachelor’s mathematics degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 22% were women (7) and 78% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 31% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kansas, below the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at University of Kansas
Of the 10 master’s mathematics degrees awarded at University of Kansas, 20% were women (2) and 80% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 40% of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at University of Kansas, higher than the national average of 20%.*
Mathematics Doctoral Program at University of Kansas
Of the 6 doctoral mathematics graduates at University of Kansas, 17% were women (1) and 83% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 17% of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at University of Kansas, higher 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 University of Kansas
The Mathematics program at University of Kansas breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 52 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Students who finish Mathematics program at University of Kansas work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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.