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Mathematics & Statistics Schools in Pennsylvania

2,846 students earned Mathematics & Statistics degrees in Pennsylvania in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Mathematics & Statistics is the 14th most popular major out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Statistics Majors in Pennsylvania

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,704
Master’s Degree 874
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 89
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 89
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 89
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 89
Post-Master’s Certificate 89
Associate Degree 52
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 38
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 38
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 38

Gender Distribution

In Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania is as follows:

  • Asian: 11.2%
  • Black or African American: 2.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 3.1%
  • White: 42.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 37.1%
  • Other Races: 4.3%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Statistics Grads in Pennsylvania

79,900 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 Pennsylvania

A typical salary for a mathematics and statistics grad in the state is $85,180, compared to a typical salary of $92,600 nationwide.

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

551 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
89,816 Total Students

The 4.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $27,530. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 83% are considered full time.

374 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
3,997 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 45% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.42 years to complete their degree at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology. This private school has an average net price of $14,494.

353 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
13,519 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 92%. 60% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 0.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

166 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
32,277 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 77%. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.24 years.

164 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
26,552 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%. In their early career, UPenn grads earn an average salary of $80,445.

#6

Villanova University

Villanova
132 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
11,032 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $77,358 after earning their degree at this institution. This private school has an average net price of $43,577. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%.

88 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
17,719 Total Students

A typical student attending WCUPA will pay a net price of $21,484. Graduates earn an average $46,701 after graduation. 85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#8

Temple University

Philadelphia
85 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
37,236 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $47,659 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate is 3.50% which is lower than average. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $23,888.

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
8,860 Total Students

The 4.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1.

#10

Lehigh University

Bethlehem
54 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
7,067 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $34,384. The average student takes 4.12 years to complete their degree at Lehigh. Graduates earn an average $79,832 after graduation.

Mathematics & Statistics Careers in PA

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

Job Title PA Job Growth PA Median Salary
Statisticians 33% $77,310
Mathematicians 25% $68,890
Actuaries 22% $103,870
Financial Analysts 13% $82,010
Financial Specialists 9% $71,240
Natural Sciences Managers 8% $130,970
Mathematical Science Professors 8% $77,660
Biological Scientists 6% $71,110
High School Teachers 6% $62,990
Survey Researchers 4% $58,750
Economists 3% $84,520

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

Major Annual Graduates in PA
Engineering 10,045
Computer & Information Sciences 9,652
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 7,854
Physical Sciences 2,562
Engineering Technologies 2,033
Agriculture 1,339
Natural Resources & Conservation 979
Architecture/Urban Planning 883

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