Mathematics & Statistics at Vanderbilt University
If you are interested in studying Mathematics & Statistics, consider the program at Vanderbilt University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Vanderbilt University is located in Nashville, TN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Vanderbilt University
Online coursework is an option at Vanderbilt University. Among 13,575 students, 652 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 666 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics & Statistics Rankings at Vanderbilt University
Use these rankings to compare Vanderbilt University’s Mathematics & Statistics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 82 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #28 of 513 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #43 of 81 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 508 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 82 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #28 of 513 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #43 of 81 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 508 |
Earnings for Mathematics & Statistics Graduates from Vanderbilt University
Those who finish Vanderbilt University’s Mathematics & Statistics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $82,722 |
| 2 years | $80,309 |
| 3 years | $95,754 |
| 4 years | $125,955 |
| 5 years | $140,068 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Mathematics & Statistics graduates from Vanderbilt University earn a median of $125,955, compared with $102,170 for all Vanderbilt University graduates — about 23% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Mathematics & Statistics graduates from Vanderbilt University comes in at $10,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Mathematics & Statistics Graduates
Graduates of the Mathematics & Statistics program at Vanderbilt University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Mathematics & Statistics 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 |
| 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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