Mathematics at Virginia Commonwealth University
If you plan to study Mathematics, take a look at what Virginia Commonwealth University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Virginia Commonwealth University sits in Richmond, VA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 44 mathematics graduations were recorded at Virginia Commonwealth University.
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Studying Online at Virginia Commonwealth University
Online coursework is an option at Virginia Commonwealth University. Among 28,464 students, 2,830 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,400 (54%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics Rankings at Virginia Commonwealth University
Rankings can help you compare Virginia Commonwealth University’s Mathematics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #3 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #11 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #50 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #60 of 75 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #323 of 460 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #407 of 462 |
Earnings for Mathematics Graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University
Students who complete Virginia Commonwealth 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 | $39,377 |
| 2 years | $41,193 |
| 3 years | $45,161 |
| 4 years | $69,910 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Mathematics graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $69,910, compared with $64,528 for all Virginia Commonwealth University graduates — about 8% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Mathematics graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Mathematics graduates at Virginia Commonwealth University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Mathematics graduates at Virginia Commonwealth University are 36% women (16) and 64% men (28).
Mathematics Bachelor’s Program at Virginia Commonwealth University
Among the 36 bachelor’s mathematics graduates at Virginia Commonwealth University, 36% were women (13) and 64% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Virginia Commonwealth University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 64% of Mathematics bachelor’s degree recipients at Virginia Commonwealth University, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Mathematics Master’s Program at Virginia Commonwealth University
Among the 8 master’s mathematics graduates at Virginia Commonwealth University, 38% were women (3) and 62% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Virginia Commonwealth University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 50% of Mathematics master’s degree recipients at Virginia Commonwealth University, above the national average of 20%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Mathematics Concentrations at Virginia Commonwealth University
This Mathematics program at Virginia Commonwealth University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Mathematics | 44 |
Top-Paying Careers for Mathematics Graduates
Students who finish Mathematics program at Virginia Commonwealth University go on to a range of careers. 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.