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Applied Math in California

Applied Math Schools in California

In 2022-2023, 2,177 students earned their Applied Math degrees in CA.

An Applied Math major is the 42nd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Applied Math Majors in California

Applied Math majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 708
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 51
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 51
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 51
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In California, a applied math major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of applied math majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 21.8%
  • Black or African American: 0.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.7%
  • White: 14.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 48.1%
  • Other Races: 5.2%
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Jobs for Applied Math Grads in California

In this state, there are 90,060 people employed in jobs related to an applied math degree, compared to 671,020 nationwide.

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Wages for Applied Math Jobs in California

In this state, applied math grads earn an average of $109,640. Nationwide, they make an average of $100,990.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer applied math degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

141 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
39,576 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.29 years to graduate. 61% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

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102 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
42,327 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 60% of students receive it. This public school has an average net price of $17,371. The full-time teacher rate is 70%.

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71 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
36,303 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 80% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.20 years. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

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60 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
9,554 Total Students

95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $42,167. The average student takes 4.09 years to complete their degree at Pepperdine.

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58 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
15,953 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. An average student at Stanford will pay a net price of $10,851. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 68% of students receive it.

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49 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 59%. The average student takes 4.17 years to complete their degree at USC. Of all the students who attend this school, 76% get financial aid.

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29 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
8,861 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $29,725. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. 52% of the teachers are full time.

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21 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,074 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 63% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.30 years.

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19 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,949 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 77%.

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19 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,866 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 87% are considered full time.

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Applied Math Careers in CA

Some of the careers applied math majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Financial Analysts 14% $95,680

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to applied math.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Statistics 470
Mathematics 435

View all majors related to Applied Math

View Nationwide Applied Math Report

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