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Mathematics Schools in Louisiana

260 students earned Math degrees in Louisiana in the 2020-2021 year.

As a degree choice, Mathematics is the 41st most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Mathematics Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 191
Master’s Degree 52
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 17
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 17
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 17

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of math majors in Louisiana is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.4%
  • Black or African American: 11.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.2%
  • White: 55.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 19.2%
  • Other Races: 3.8%
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Jobs for Mathematics Grads in Louisiana

In this state, there are 14,570 people employed in jobs related to a math degree, compared to 1,205,580 nationwide.

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Wages for Mathematics Jobs in Louisiana

Math grads earn an average of $76,120 in the state and $92,600 nationwide.

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

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

The full-time teacher rate is 67%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $46,457 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 8 to 1.

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

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.00%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $44,326 after earning their degree at this institution. A typical student attending Louisiana State University will pay a net price of $17,811.

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

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.00%. 79% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

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

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $11,304. 99% of students get financical aid. 76% of the teachers are full time.

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

Most students complete their degree in 4.52 years. The 6.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 71%.

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

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. In their early career, Nicholls State University grads earn an average salary of $35,674. Most students complete their degree in 4.60 years.

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McNeese State University

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

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $10,759. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $35,891 a year. The average student takes 4.56 years to complete their degree at McNeese.

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

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,857 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 5.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

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

93% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,104.

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

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 65% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $27,291 after graduation.

Mathematics Careers in LA

Some of the careers math majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Statisticians 40% $79,040
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $93,610
Mathematical Science Professors 10% $63,480
High School Teachers 7% $50,280

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

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Applied Mathematics 104
Statistics 12

View all majors related to Mathematics

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