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Mathematics & Statistics Schools in Massachusetts

2,720 students earned Mathematics & Statistics degrees in Massachusetts in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Mathematics & Statistics is the 14th most popular major in the state out of a total 37 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Statistics Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,690
Master’s Degree 907
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 86
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 86
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 86
Associate Degree 27
Post-Master’s Certificate 10
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 10

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 11.7%
  • Black or African American: 2.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.6%
  • White: 32.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 45.3%
  • Other Races: 4.9%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Statistics Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 59,150 people employed in jobs related to a mathematics and statistics degree, compared to 1,734,280 nationwide.

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Wages for Mathematics & Statistics Jobs in Massachusetts

A typical salary for a mathematics and statistics grad in the state is $92,200, compared to a typical salary of $92,600 nationwide.

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

289 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $58,876 a year. An average student at Boston U will pay a net price of $30,395. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years.

285 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 90% of students receive it. The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. Graduates earn an average $52,450 after graduation.

#3

Harvard University

Cambridge
253 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $77,816 after graduation. 72% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $13,872.

228 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
11,254 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.11 years to graduate. 75% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The full-time teacher rate is 99%.

202 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
22,905 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 75%. The student loan default rate of 1.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private institution charges an average net price of $29,714.

196 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
5,440 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 1.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 72% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#7

Clark University

Worcester
176 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
3,405 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 97% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This private institution charges an average net price of $27,233.

#8

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
160 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 56% of students receive it. 66% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

#9

Williams College

Williamstown
86 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
1,987 Total Students

6 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree at Williams. The full-time teacher rate is 85%.

82 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
6,920 Total Students

13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 1.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $42,835.

Mathematics & Statistics Careers in MA

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

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Statisticians 36% $101,020
Actuaries 18% $100,970
Biological Scientists 14% $74,580
Natural Sciences Managers 13% $164,590
Mathematical Science Professors 13% $75,910
High School Teachers 11% $77,830
Financial Analysts 7% $87,060
Financial Specialists 7% $81,120
Survey Researchers 3% $59,760

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Engineering 9,717
Computer & Information Sciences 8,328
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 6,747
Physical Sciences 1,721
Natural Resources & Conservation 1,116
Architecture/Urban Planning 1,036
Engineering Technologies 805
Agriculture 455

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