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Mathematics & Statistics Schools in Massachusetts

1,003 Mathematics & Statistics students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, Mathematics & Statistics is the 12th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Statistics Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 907
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 86
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 86
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 86
Post-Master’s Certificate 10
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 10

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.8%
  • Black or African American: 0.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 1.6%
  • White: 12.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 80.3%
  • Other Races: 2.5%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Statistics Grads in Massachusetts

59,150 people in the state and 1,734,280 in the nation are employed in jobs related to mathematics and statistics.

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Wages for Mathematics & Statistics Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, mathematics and statistics grads earn an average of $92,200. Nationwide, they make an average of $92,600.

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There are 10 colleges in Massachusetts that offer mathematics and statistics degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

170 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

53% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. 73% of the teachers are full time.

#2

Clark University

Worcester
160 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
3,405 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%. It takes the average student 4.09 years to graduate. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

119 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
22,905 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $29,714. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $65,632 after earning their degree at this institution.

114 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
5,440 Total Students

An average student at Brandeis will pay a net price of $33,663. 72% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 1.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

101 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
11,254 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 3 to 1. 75% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 0.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#6

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
72 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

In their early career, Boston College grads earn an average salary of $70,858. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

#7

Harvard University

Cambridge
54 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $77,816 after graduation. The average student takes 4.15 years to complete their degree at Harvard. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $13,872.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $52,450 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

42 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
5,177 Total Students

11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years. An average student at Bentley will pay a net price of $41,334.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
6,920 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $77,597 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.09 years to graduate.

Mathematics & Statistics Careers in MA

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

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Statisticians 36% $101,020
Actuaries 18% $100,970
Biological Scientists 14% $74,580
Natural Sciences Managers 13% $164,590
Mathematical Science Professors 13% $75,910
High School Teachers 11% $77,830
Financial Analysts 7% $87,060
Financial Specialists 7% $81,120
Survey Researchers 3% $59,760

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Engineering 4,656
Computer & Information Sciences 3,510
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 1,770
Architecture/Urban Planning 618
Physical Sciences 559
Natural Resources & Conservation 364
Engineering Technologies 344
Agriculture 137

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