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Mathematics & Statistics Schools in Louisiana

In 2020-2021, 376 students earned their Mathematics & Statistics degrees in LA.

A Mathematics & Statistics major is the 24th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Statistics Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 194
Master’s Degree 165
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 17
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 17
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 17

Gender Distribution

In Louisiana, 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 Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.0%
  • Black or African American: 8.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.9%
  • White: 39.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 42.0%
  • Other Races: 3.5%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Statistics Grads in Louisiana

18,130 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 Louisiana

Mathematics & Statistics grads earn an average of $75,630 in the state and $92,600 nationwide.

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

167 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
13,927 Total Students

8 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, Tulane grads earn an average salary of $46,457. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 67% are considered full time.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
34,285 Total Students

90% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.44 years to graduate. 98% of students get financical aid.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,450 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $35,980 a year. It takes the average student 4.68 years to graduate. 96% of students get financical aid.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
11,126 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.40 years. The full-time teacher rate is 76%. In their early career, Louisiana Tech grads earn an average salary of $40,209.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
8,375 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.52 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 6.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
6,769 Total Students

A typical student attending Nicholls State University will pay a net price of $12,755. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,674 after earning their degree at this institution. 100% of the teachers are full time.

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McNeese State University

Lake Charles
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
7,284 Total Students

96% of students get financical aid. In their early career, McNeese grads earn an average salary of $35,891. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
8,888 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $34,857 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.40%. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 71% are considered full time.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
30% Graduation Rate
6,917 Total Students

22 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $17,104. The full-time teacher rate is 93%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
25% Graduation Rate
2,264 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. A typical student attending SUNO will pay a net price of $12,126.

Mathematics & Statistics Careers in LA

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

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Statisticians 40% $79,040
Economists 25% $93,660
Financial Analysts 13% $67,760
Financial Specialists 13% $55,490
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $93,610
Mathematical Science Professors 10% $63,480
High School Teachers 7% $50,280
Biological Scientists 7% $63,310

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

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 2,210
Engineering 1,832
Engineering Technologies 1,315
Computer & Information Sciences 1,193
Physical Sciences 477
Agriculture 443
Architecture/Urban Planning 299
Natural Resources & Conservation 191

View all majors related to Mathematics & Statistics

View Nationwide Mathematics & Statistics Report

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