Mathematics at Augusta University

A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.51 suggests that comparable mathematics programs in Georgia produce manageable financial outcomes—graduates would owe roughly half a year's salary, which most financial advisors consider reasonable for a bachelor's degree. The estimated $44,424 first-year earnings align perfectly with Georgia's median for mathematics programs, though this trails the national median by about $4,300. With debt estimates also tracking state norms at $22,750, the financial profile looks typical for Georgia math programs, if not especially strong.

The challenge here is uncertainty. These figures come from peer programs because Augusta's mathematics cohort is too small for the Department of Education to report publicly. While similar programs at UGA and Georgia State produce first-year earnings in the $43,000-$47,000 range, you won't know where Augusta's graduates actually land until more outcome data becomes available. The school's 89% admission rate and modest test scores suggest it serves a different student population than flagship programs, which could affect career outcomes in ways state averages don't capture.

For families comfortable with uncertainty, the estimated numbers suggest this program shouldn't create financial hardship. But you're essentially betting on Augusta matching what similar Georgia programs deliver—a reasonable bet, perhaps, but one made without seeing this specific program's track record.