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Mathematics & Statistics Schools in Illinois

1,213 Mathematics & Statistics students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Mathematics & Statistics is the 10th most popular major in the state out of a total 34 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Statistics Majors in Illinois

Mathematics & Statistics majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,113
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 100
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 100
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 100

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a mathematics and statistics major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of mathematics and statistics majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.2%
  • Black or African American: 2.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.1%
  • White: 17.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 66.6%
  • Other Races: 3.1%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Statistics Grads in Illinois

There are 73,840 people in the state and 1,734,280 people in the nation working in mathematics and statistics jobs.

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Wages for Mathematics & Statistics Jobs in Illinois

A typical salary for a mathematics and statistics grad in the state is $89,040, compared to a typical salary of $92,600 nationwide.

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There are 11 colleges in Illinois that offer mathematics and statistics degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

567 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
17,834 Total Students

The 1.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. In their early career, UChicago grads earn an average salary of $62,671. This private institution charges an average net price of $28,517.

299 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

70% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,321.

#3

DePaul University

Chicago
82 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
21,922 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,054 after earning their degree at this institution.

63 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

66% of students get financical aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.60%. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,214. The student loan default rate is 2.50% which is lower than average.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
20,720 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. 94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.60%.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
7,490 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 7.90% which is lower than average. 93% of students get financical aid. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
16,893 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 2.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
16,769 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $13,956. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,408 after earning their degree at this institution.

#10

Aurora University

Aurora
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
6,265 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,994. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $44,368 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 4.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
6,325 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $63,663 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $23,772. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

Mathematics & Statistics Careers in IL

Some of the careers mathematics and statistics majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Statisticians 31% $82,830
Mathematicians 29% $104,050
Actuaries 23% $98,810
Survey Researchers 8% $58,370
Financial Analysts 7% $79,310
Financial Specialists 6% $82,100
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $113,180
Economists 4% $104,230
High School Teachers 4% $67,680
Biological Scientists 4% $83,370
Mathematical Science Professors 2% $57,330

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to mathematics and statistics.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Computer & Information Sciences 3,649
Engineering 2,311
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,234
Physical Sciences 588
Engineering Technologies 498
Agriculture 326
Architecture/Urban Planning 189
Natural Resources & Conservation 159

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