Mathematics at Baylor University

Baylor's math program starts graduates at $45,195—below both the Texas median ($49,708) and national average ($48,772). Among Texas math programs, this ranks at just the 40th percentile, meaning six out of ten Texas schools deliver higher starting salaries. The gap is particularly stark when compared to UT Austin ($60,011) or even University of Houston ($54,710), schools that may cost significantly less for in-state students.

The positive story here is earnings growth: graduates see a 35% jump to nearly $61,000 by year four, catching up to stronger programs. The $25,000 median debt is also manageable, translating to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55—better than many liberal arts programs. However, these figures come from a very small sample (under 30 graduates), which means one or two outliers could skew the picture considerably.

For families paying private school tuition, this is a tough sell. Your child would start behind peers at Texas public universities and likely pay more for the degree. If Baylor is the choice for other reasons—campus culture, size, or specific opportunities—the math program won't derail their career prospects. But if you're choosing primarily on program strength and ROI, Texas offers multiple public options with demonstrably better outcomes at lower cost.