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Colleges by major · 2026
Mathematics is a small program at most universities, so this list uses a lower share threshold. The field splits between pure math, applied math, and statistics tracks that feed different graduate and industry paths.
Rankings use federal IPEDS program data and College Scorecard outcomes. Verify deadlines, prerequisites, and accreditation with each college before applying.
Colleges that award at least 1.5% of their degrees in mathematics, ordered by median earnings 10 years after entry. The share column shows how large the field is at each school.
| # | College | Median earnings | Share of degrees | Acceptance rate | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyCambridge, MA | $143,372 | 10.1% | 4.5% | $20,111 |
| 2 | Harvey Mudd CollegeClaremont, CA | $138,687 | 3.5% | 12.7% | $35,924 |
| 3 | California Institute of TechnologyPasadena, CA | $128,566 | 12.4% | 2.6% | $16,075 |
| 4 | Stanford UniversityStanford, CA | $124,080 | 5.5% | 3.6% | $13,807 |
| 5 | Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PA | $114,862 | 12.0% | 11.7% | $31,944 |
| 6 | University of PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia, PA | $111,371 | 4.2% | 5.4% | $28,699 |
| 7 | Princeton UniversityPrinceton, NJ | $110,066 | 1.7% | 4.6% | $6,128 |
| 8 | Stevens Institute of TechnologyHoboken, NJ | $108,772 | 6.9% | 47.6% | $41,346 |
| 9 | Lehigh UniversityBethlehem, PA | $105,584 | 1.7% | 25.9% | $36,931 |
| 10 | Claremont McKenna CollegeClaremont, CA | $104,736 | 1.6% | 9.6% | $28,849 |
| 11 | Cornell UniversityIthaca, NY | $104,043 | 2.1% | 8.8% | $28,690 |
| 12 | Georgetown UniversityWashington, DC | $103,494 | 2.0% | 12.9% | $40,815 |
| 13 | Worcester Polytechnic InstituteWorcester, MA | $103,470 | 1.6% | 60.2% | $43,071 |
| 14 | Georgia Institute of Technology-Main CampusAtlanta, GA | $102,772 | 1.9% | 14.1% | $12,116 |
| 15 | Columbia University in the City of New YorkNew York, NY | $102,491 | 4.5% | 4.0% | $21,590 |
Median earnings are reported for the whole institution (all graduates), not for mathematics majors specifically. A school that is strong in other fields can therefore rank above one with a better mathematics program. Treat this as a shortlist, not a verdict.
Schools where mathematics makes up the biggest share of all degrees awarded. A larger share means more sections, more faculty, and more course choice — it does not guarantee a better program.
Admission rates, test scores, cost, and full program mix for the schools with the largest mathematics programs.
How this list is built and how to use it
This page ranks colleges where mathematics is at least 1.5% of all degrees awarded, ordered by median earnings 10 years after entry. Massachusetts Institute of Technology tops the current list at $143,372. Earnings are institutional averages, not program-specific salaries — use the list to shortlist schools, then compare curriculum and cost.
We use federal IPEDS and College Scorecard data. A college qualifies when mathematics makes up at least 1.5% of the degrees it awards. Qualifying colleges are ordered by median earnings 10 years after entry, with graduation rate as the tie-breaker. Median earnings cover all graduates of the institution, not just mathematics majors.
293 colleges in the current catalog award at least 1.5% of their degrees in mathematics. The table shows the top 15 by earnings; every school links to its profile page.
No. Program size measures how many degrees a school awards in the field, not quality. A smaller department can offer more research access or smaller classes. Check accreditation for your specific track, required coursework, and where recent graduates went.
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