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Applied Mathematics Schools in Illinois

In 2020-2021, 622 students earned their Applied Math degrees in IL.

An Applied Mathematics major is the 56th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Applied Mathematics Majors in Illinois

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 532
Bachelor’s Degree 81
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 9

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of applied math majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.4%
  • Black or African American: 1.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.9%
  • White: 17.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 68.2%
  • Other Races: 2.9%
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Jobs for Applied Mathematics Grads in Illinois

28,530 people in the state and 671,020 in the nation are employed in jobs related to applied math.

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Wages for Applied Mathematics Jobs in Illinois

Applied Math grads earn an average of $93,200 in the state and $100,990 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Illinois that offer applied math degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

294 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
17,834 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.00%. Of all the students who attend this school, 57% get financial aid. Graduates earn an average $62,671 after graduation.

131 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 70% of students receive it. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $59,402 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years.

70 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

In their early career, Northwestern grads earn an average salary of $67,867. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 66% of students receive it. An average student at Northwestern will pay a net price of $23,279.

#4

DePaul University

Chicago
58 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
21,922 Total Students

An average student at DePaul will pay a net price of $31,174. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at DePaul.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
6,325 Total Students

An average student at Illinois Tech will pay a net price of $23,772. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

The average student takes 4.51 years to complete their degree at UIC. A typical student attending UIC will pay a net price of $13,214. Graduates earn an average $49,099 after graduation.

#7

Augustana College

Rock Island
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
2,389 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 77%. Graduates earn an average $46,446 after graduation.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
2,908 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,794 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 0.50% which is lower than average.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
2,200 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,152 a year. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#10

Knox College

Galesburg
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
1,154 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.30%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $37,361 a year. 99% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Applied Mathematics Careers in IL

Some of the careers applied math majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Statisticians 31% $82,830
Mathematicians 29% $104,050
Actuaries 23% $98,810
Financial Analysts 7% $79,310
Financial Specialists 6% $82,100
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $113,180
Economists 4% $104,230
Biological Scientists 4% $83,370
Mathematical Science Professors 2% $57,330

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

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Mathematics 1,071
Statistics 959
19
Other Statistics 4

View all majors related to Applied Mathematics

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