Mathematics at Vanderbilt University
If you plan to study Mathematics, you may want to check out the program at Vanderbilt University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Vanderbilt University is located in Nashville, TN.
During the most recent reporting year, 156 mathematics degrees were granted at Vanderbilt University.
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Studying Online at Vanderbilt University
Many students take online classes at Vanderbilt University. Of 13,575 students, 652 (5%) studied exclusively online and 666 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at Vanderbilt University
Rankings can help you compare Vanderbilt University’s Mathematics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 75 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 462 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #39 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #252 of 460 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 75 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #4 of 462 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #39 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #252 of 460 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from Vanderbilt University
Students who complete Vanderbilt University’s Mathematics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $76,609 |
| 2 years | $80,309 |
| 3 years | $95,754 |
| 4 years | $125,955 |
| 5 years | $140,068 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Mathematics graduates from Vanderbilt University report median earnings of $125,955, compared with $102,170 for all Vanderbilt University graduates — about 23% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Mathematics graduates from Vanderbilt University is $10,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Mathematics graduates at Vanderbilt University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Mathematics graduates at Vanderbilt University are 37% women (57) and 63% men (99).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at Vanderbilt University
Of the 148 bachelor’s mathematics graduates at Vanderbilt University, 38% were women (56) and 62% were men (92).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 49 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 39 |
| Two or More Races | 11 |
| International (Nonresident) | 32 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 45% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University, above the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at Vanderbilt University
Among the 1 master’s mathematics degrees awarded at Vanderbilt University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Vanderbilt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Mathematics Doctoral Program at Vanderbilt University
Among the 7 doctoral mathematics degrees awarded at Vanderbilt University, 14% were women (1) and 86% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Vanderbilt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Minority students account for 14% of Mathematics doctoral degree recipients at Vanderbilt University, lower 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 Vanderbilt University
This Mathematics program at Vanderbilt University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 156 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Students who finish Mathematics program at Vanderbilt University work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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.