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Mathematics Schools in Virginia

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

A Mathematics major is the 47th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Mathematics Majors in Virginia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 616
Master’s Degree 50
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 23
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 23
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 23
Associate Degree 5

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 10.1%
  • Black or African American: 7.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.6%
  • White: 53.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 14.1%
  • Other Races: 8.5%
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Jobs for Mathematics Grads in Virginia

31,750 people in the state and 1,205,580 in the nation are employed in jobs related to math.

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Wages for Mathematics Jobs in Virginia

A typical salary for a math grad in the state is $87,700, compared to a typical salary of $92,600 nationwide.

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

107 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
25,628 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 95% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $22,006. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.70%.

#2

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg
92 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
37,024 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.20%. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

#3

James Madison University

Harrisonburg
70 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
21,594 Total Students

85% of the teachers are full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 60% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
29,070 Total Students

68% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $20,490.

66 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
38,541 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $19,551. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $55,303 after earning their degree at this institution.

#6

William & Mary

Williamsburg
56 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
8,939 Total Students

11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 81% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
4,293 Total Students

In their early career, UMW grads earn an average salary of $46,321. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.17 years.

#8

University of Richmond

University of Richmond
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
4,056 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $27,050. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 8 to 1.

#9

Liberty University

Lynchburg
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
93,349 Total Students

In their early career, Liberty University grads earn an average salary of $33,492. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. 34% of the teachers are full time.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
4,020 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 65%. 92% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.44 years.

Mathematics Careers in VA

Some of the careers math majors go into include:

Job Title VA Job Growth VA Median Salary
Statisticians 44% $79,630
Mathematicians 34% $123,160
Mathematical Science Occupations 17% $0
Mathematical Science Professors 13% $59,630
High School Teachers 12% $63,990
Natural Sciences Managers 11% $126,060

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

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Applied Mathematics 205
Statistics 139
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Other Statistics 8

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