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Mathematics & Statistics Schools in California

10,822 students earned Mathematics & Statistics degrees in California in the 2020-2021 year.

A Mathematics & Statistics major is the 15th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Statistics Majors in California

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 5,295
Associate Degree 3,942
Master’s Degree 1,264
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 245
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 245
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 245
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 61
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 61
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 61
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 9
Post-Master’s Certificate 9
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 6
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 6

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 22.4%
  • Black or African American: 1.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 22.8%
  • White: 22.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 24.4%
  • Other Races: 6.7%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Statistics Grads in California

203,800 people in the state and 1,734,280 in the nation are employed in jobs related to mathematics and statistics.

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Wages for Mathematics & Statistics Jobs in California

In this state, mathematics and statistics grads earn an average of $100,000. Nationwide, they make an average of $92,600.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer mathematics and statistics degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

804 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
44,589 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,023. In their early career, UCLA grads earn an average salary of $55,427. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

718 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
42,327 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,032. The student loan default rate is 1.80% which is lower than average.

631 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
26,179 Total Students

18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.22 years to complete their degree at UCSB. The full-time teacher rate is 88%.

585 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,576 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $15,240. 60% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.29 years.

540 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,074 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $54,621 a year. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,768. 74% of students get financical aid.

427 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
36,303 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 83%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $52,679 a year. The average student takes 4.20 years to complete their degree at UC Irvine.

252 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $65,748 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 70% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1.

250 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
26,434 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,822. In their early career, UCR grads earn an average salary of $45,632. The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average.

227 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
15,953 Total Students

In their early career, Stanford grads earn an average salary of $88,873. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 4 to 1. The 0.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

171 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
19,161 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $45,632 a year. 67% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 2.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Mathematics & Statistics Careers in CA

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

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Statisticians 35% $92,360
Actuaries 29% $114,290
Financial Analysts 14% $95,680
Biological Scientists 12% $87,760
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $150,350
Financial Specialists 11% $72,620
High School Teachers 7% $82,670
Survey Researchers 6% $63,810
Economists 6% $114,660

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

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Engineering 25,076
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 23,421
Computer & Information Sciences 20,550
Physical Sciences 8,302
Agriculture 4,127
Natural Resources & Conservation 3,928
Engineering Technologies 2,964
Architecture/Urban Planning 2,293

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