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Mathematics Schools in South Carolina

283 Math students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Mathematics is the 44th most popular major in the state out of a total 251 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mathematics Majors in South Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 242
Master’s Degree 30
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3
Post-Master’s Certificate 3

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of math majors in South Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.3%
  • Black or African American: 11.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.5%
  • White: 68.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 6.7%
  • Other Races: 4.6%
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Jobs for Mathematics Grads in South Carolina

There are 16,740 people in the state and 1,205,580 people in the nation working in math jobs.

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Wages for Mathematics Jobs in South Carolina

Math grads earn an average of $68,320 in the state and $92,600 nationwide.

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

96 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
26,406 Total Students

16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 1.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.32 years to graduate.

51 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
35,470 Total Students

In their early career, UofSC grads earn an average salary of $45,626. The 3.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Most students complete their degree in 4.18 years.

#3

College of Charleston

Charleston
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,384 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.15 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time.

#4

Furman University

Greenville
17 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
2,567 Total Students

In their early career, Furman grads earn an average salary of $45,496. 9 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 2.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#5

Winthrop University

Rock Hill
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
5,576 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $35,336 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. The average student takes 4.37 years to complete their degree at Winthrop.

#6

Wofford College

Spartanburg
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,764 Total Students

86% of the teachers are full time. Graduates earn an average $48,020 after graduation. This private school has an average net price of $27,988.

#7

Lander University

Greenwood
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
3,513 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,519. The student loan default rate is 9.30% which is lower than average.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
6,038 Total Students

A typical student attending USC Upstate will pay a net price of $15,227. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $37,542 after earning their degree at this institution.

#9

Claflin University

Orangeburg
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
2,048 Total Students

The average student takes 4.28 years to complete their degree at Claflin. This private school has an average net price of $20,806. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
4,148 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 8.80%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,662.

Mathematics Careers in SC

Some of the careers math majors go into include:

Job Title SC Job Growth SC Median Salary
Statisticians 39% $65,940
Natural Sciences Managers 16% $81,730
Mathematical Science Professors 10% $72,130
High School Teachers 9% $53,320

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

Major Annual Graduates in SC
Statistics 37
Applied Mathematics 31
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