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Mathematics Schools in Louisiana

69 students earned Math degrees in Louisiana in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Mathematics is the 48th most popular major in the state out of a total 172 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mathematics Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 52
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 17
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 17
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 17

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of math majors in Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.8%
  • Black or African American: 4.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.3%
  • White: 36.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 47.8%
  • Other Races: 1.4%
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Jobs for Mathematics Grads in Louisiana

There are 14,570 people in the state and 1,205,580 people in the nation working in math jobs.

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Wages for Mathematics Jobs in Louisiana

In this state, math grads earn an average of $76,120. Nationwide, they make an average of $92,600.

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There are 8 colleges in Louisiana that offer math degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
34,285 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.44 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,811. 90% of the teachers are full time.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,450 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 79%. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
13,927 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,457 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.10%.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
8,375 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,166 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.60%.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
11,126 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.40 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,209 after earning their degree at this institution.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
6,769 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

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McNeese State University

Lake Charles
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
7,284 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,891 after earning their degree at this institution. 100% of the teachers are full time. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
30% Graduation Rate
6,917 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.70 years. A typical student attending Southern University and A & M College will pay a net price of $17,104. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Mathematics Careers in LA

Some of the careers math majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Statisticians 40% $79,040
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $93,610
Mathematical Science Professors 10% $63,480
High School Teachers 7% $50,280

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

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Applied Mathematics 101
Statistics 12

View all majors related to Mathematics

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