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Mathematics Schools in Massachusetts

156 Math students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Mathematics is the 81st most popular major in the state out of a total 245 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mathematics Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 83
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 65
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 65
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 65
Post-Master’s Certificate 8
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 8

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 5.8%
  • Black or African American: 1.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.8%
  • White: 43.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 39.1%
  • Other Races: 5.8%
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Jobs for Mathematics Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 35,250 people employed in jobs related to a math degree, compared to 1,205,580 nationwide.

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Wages for Mathematics Jobs in Massachusetts

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

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There are 11 colleges in Massachusetts that offer math degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

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

This private institution charges an average net price of $16,407. The student loan default rate is 0.30% which is lower than average. In their early career, MIT grads earn an average salary of $112,623.

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

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 53% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. 73% of the teachers are full time.

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

In their early career, UMass Amherst grads earn an average salary of $52,450. The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at UMass Amherst. 90% of students get financical aid.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
18,150 Total Students

91% of students get financical aid. 64% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 4.45 years to complete their degree at UMass Lowell.

#5

Harvard University

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

Of all the students who attend this school, 72% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 5 to 1. The 0.90% student loan default rate is lower than average.

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

71% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $33,663. Of all the students who attend this school, 72% get financial aid.

#6

Tufts University

Medford
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

44% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. An average student at Tufts will pay a net price of $37,494.

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

100% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. The student loan default rate is 1.10% which is lower than average.

#9

Smith College

Northampton
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
2,504 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $29,615. 7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years.

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

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $65,632 a year. 82% of students get financical aid.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
7,242 Total Students

In their early career, Salem State grads earn an average salary of $46,526. The average student takes 4.35 years to complete their degree at Salem State. 97% of students get financical aid.

Mathematics Careers in MA

Some of the careers math majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Statisticians 36% $101,020
Natural Sciences Managers 13% $164,590
Mathematical Science Professors 13% $75,910
High School Teachers 11% $77,830

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Applied Mathematics 742
Statistics 105

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