Mathematics & Statistics at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you are interested in studying Mathematics & Statistics, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst sits in Amherst, MA.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Distance learning is available at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Of 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics & Statistics Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Use these rankings to compare University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Mathematics & Statistics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #8 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #14 of 21 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #18 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #28 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #182 of 513 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #384 of 508 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #8 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #14 of 21 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #18 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #28 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #182 of 513 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #384 of 508 |
Earnings for Mathematics & Statistics Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Those who finish University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Mathematics & Statistics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,522 |
| 2 years | $49,019 |
| 3 years | $65,390 |
| 4 years | $72,247 |
| 5 years | $84,846 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Mathematics & Statistics graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst report median earnings of $72,247, compared with $73,687 for all University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Mathematics & Statistics graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst comes in at $23,250.
Highest-Paying Careers for Mathematics & Statistics Graduates
Students who finish Mathematics & Statistics program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Mathematics & Statistics 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 |
| Financial Risk Specialists | $127,364 |
| Financial Quantitative Analysts | $126,371 |
| Bioinformatics Technicians | $121,896 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
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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