2023 Best Applied Mathematics Schools in the Southeast Region
Finding the Best Applied Mathematics School for You
Out of all the majors we analyze each year, applied mathematics was ranked #79 in the country. In fact 11,107 degrees and certificates were handed out in 2020-2021.
With all the programs available today, it can be tough to choose which one is the best for you. You can choose a traditional brick and mortar school, or with the growth of online education, you can attend a school half-way across the country without even leaving your house. Also there are many trade schools that offer short-term programs that open up more career options.
To help you arm yourself with the information you need to make your decision, Course Advisor has developed this Best Applied Mathematics Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. This report analyzed 20 schools in the Southeast Region to see which ones offered the best programs for students.
View our full ranking methodology.
Featured Applied Mathematics Programs
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
If you have a knack for mathematics and an interest in learning more, study online to achieve your career goals at Southern New Hampshire University. Our mathematics degree can help you enhance your mathematical abilities, including reasoning and problem-solving in three areas: analysis, algebra and statistics.
BA in Mathematics - Applied Mathematics
Put mathematical concepts to work to solve today's most complex real-world problems by studying applied mathematics with this specialized online bachelor's from Southern New Hampshire University.
2023 Best Applied Mathematics Schools in the Southeast Region
Check out the applied math programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.
Top 10 Best Applied Mathematics Schools
Our 2023 rankings named Vanderbilt University the best school in the Southeast Region for applied mathematics students. Located in the city of Nashville, Vanderbilt is a private not-for-profit college with a large student population.
Read full report on Applied Mathematics at Vanderbilt University
Request Information
Out of the 20 schools in the Southeast Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Virginia Tech landed the # 2 spot on the list. Virginia Tech is a fairly large public school located in the city of Blacksburg.
Applied Math majors at Virginia Tech take out an average of $21,500 in student loans while working on their egree.
Request Information
You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend University of Virginia - Main Campus. It ranked #3 on our 2023 Best Applied Mathematics Schools in the Southeast Region list. University of Virginia is a very large public school located in the small suburb of Charlottesville.
Request Information
Out of the 20 schools in the Southeast Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Emory University landed the # 4 spot on the list. Located in the large city of Atlanta, Emory is a private not-for-profit school with a large student population.
Read full report on Applied Mathematics at Emory University
Request Information
You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Applied Mathematics Schools in the Southeast Region list. Located in the small city of Chapel Hill, UNC Chapel Hill is a public school with a fairly large student population.
The average amount in student loans that applied math majors at UNC Chapel Hill take out is $18,200.
Request Information
University of Miami did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for applied mathematics students. It came in at #6 on the list. U Miami is a fairly large private not-for-profit school located in the small city of Coral Gables.
Full Applied Mathematics at University of Miami Report
Request Information
With a ranking of #7, North Carolina State University did quite well on this year’s best schools for applied mathematics students. Located in the large city of Raleigh, NC State is a public school with a fairly large student population.
Read full report on Applied Mathematics at North Carolina State University
Request Information
With a ranking of #8, University of South Carolina - Columbia did quite well on this year’s best schools for applied mathematics students. UofSC is a fairly large public school located in the city of Columbia.
Request Information
University of Kentucky came in at #9 in this year’s edition of the Best Applied Mathematics Schools in the Southeast Region ranking. UK is a fairly large public school located in the large city of Lexington.
Request Information
Middle Tennessee State University ranked #10 on this year’s Best Applied Mathematics Schools in the Southeast Region list. Located in the midsize city of Murfreesboro, Middle Tennessee State University is a public college with a very large student population.
Request InformationBest Applied Mathematics Colleges by State
Explore the best applied mathematics schools for a specific state in the Southeast region.
| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Georgia | 152 |
| Virginia | 205 |
| North Carolina | 323 |
| Florida | 203 |
| Tennessee | 164 |
| Kentucky | 81 |
| South Carolina | 31 |
| Louisiana | 104 |
| Arkansas | 18 |
| Alabama | 45 |
| Mississippi | 9 |
| West Virginia | 36 |
More Applied Mathematics Rankings in the Southeast Region
Applied Mathematics Related Rankings by Major
Applied Mathematics is one of 4 different types of programs to choose from.
Most Popular Majors Related to Applied Math
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 30,202 |
| Statistics | 9,979 |
| Other Statistics | 644 |
| Applied Statistics | 464 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 20 schools only.
- Read more about our ranking methodology.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
- Credit for the banner image above goes to Steven G. Johnson.
More about our data sources and methodologies.
Course Advisor provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© 2025 Course Advisor – All Rights Reserved.