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Mathematics & Statistics Schools in Mississippi

30 Mathematics & Statistics students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Mathematics & Statistics is the 21st most popular major out of a total 34 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Statistics Majors in Mississippi

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 23
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.3%
  • Black or African American: 6.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 0.0%
  • White: 56.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 33.3%
  • Other Races: 0.0%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Statistics Grads in Mississippi

There are 10,790 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 Mississippi

In this state, mathematics and statistics grads earn an average of $74,230. Nationwide, they make an average of $92,600.

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There are 5 colleges in Mississippi that offer mathematics and statistics degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 85%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $37,538 after earning their degree at this institution.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
21,014 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.00%. A typical student attending Ole Miss will pay a net price of $12,161. Graduates earn an average $38,763 after graduation.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
4,667 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $18,190. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 53% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.80%.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,606 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 99%. In their early career, Southern Miss grads earn an average salary of $33,869. A typical student attending Southern Miss will pay a net price of $14,032.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
6,921 Total Students

99% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.62 years.

Mathematics & Statistics Careers in MS

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

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Statisticians 40% $62,090
Actuaries 17% $109,140
Mathematical Science Professors 11% $56,480
High School Teachers 8% $46,130
Financial Specialists 7% $59,120
Natural Sciences Managers 7% $98,890
Financial Analysts 5% $70,030
Economists 0% $65,410
Biological Scientists 0% $75,580

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

Major Annual Graduates in MS
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 378
Engineering 178
Physical Sciences 162
Agriculture 143
Computer & Information Sciences 75
Natural Resources & Conservation 36
Architecture/Urban Planning 7
Science Technologies 7

View all majors related to Mathematics & Statistics

View Nationwide Mathematics & Statistics Report

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