Mathematics & Statistics at Western Washington University
If you plan to study Mathematics & Statistics, take a look at what Western Washington University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Washington University sits in Bellingham, WA.
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Studying Online at Western Washington University
Online coursework is an option at Western Washington University. Of 14,710 students, 226 (2%) studied exclusively online and 1,421 (10%) took at least some classes online.
Mathematics & Statistics Rankings at Western Washington University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Washington University’s Mathematics & Statistics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #6 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #57 of 144 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #123 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #284 of 513 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #317 of 508 |
Earnings for Mathematics & Statistics Graduates from Western Washington University
Graduates of Western Washington University’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 | $26,339 |
| 2 years | $54,968 |
| 3 years | $56,555 |
| 4 years | $65,171 |
| 5 years | $77,518 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Mathematics & Statistics graduates from Western Washington University earn a median of $65,171, compared with $52,721 for all Western Washington University graduates — about 24% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Mathematics & Statistics graduates from Western Washington University is $21,498.
Top-Paying Careers for Mathematics & Statistics Graduates
Those who complete Mathematics & Statistics program at Western Washington University work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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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