Analysis
A mathematics degree typically opens doors to solid-paying careers, but Bennett College's estimated outcomes suggest this program struggles to deliver that promise. Based on comparable mathematics programs in North Carolina, graduates can expect around $40,888 in their first year—falling well short of the $48,772 national median and dramatically below what top NC programs produce. Duke mathematics graduates start at six figures, and even public universities like NC State and UNC Charlotte place their graduates in the low-to-mid $40,000s.
The estimated $21,750 in debt isn't alarmingly high on its own—it's right in line with what mathematics majors nationally take on. But paired with below-average starting earnings, it creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.53, meaning your child would owe roughly half their first year's salary. That's manageable but offers little cushion, especially given Bennett's 75% Pell grant population, which suggests many families have limited ability to help with loan payments after graduation.
The gap between Bennett's outcomes and peer programs in North Carolina is too wide to ignore. If your child is set on mathematics at an HBCU or needs Bennett's specific support structure, understand you're likely trading $10,000-15,000 in annual earning potential compared to public alternatives. If career earnings are the priority, NC State or UNC Charlotte deliver considerably stronger returns for mathematics majors.
Where Bennett College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all mathematics bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Mathematics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (44 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bennett CollegeGreensboro | $19,140 | $40,888* | — | $21,750* | — |
 Duke UniversityDurham | $65,805 | $121,088* | $99,927 | $13,000* | 0.11 |
 University of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill | $8,989 | $53,402* | $87,301 | $14,500* | 0.27 |
 North Carolina State University at RaleighRaleigh | $8,895 | $43,585* | — | $21,256* | 0.49 |
 University of North Carolina at CharlotteCharlotte | $7,214 | $42,740* | $57,150 | $25,000* | 0.58 |
 East Carolina UniversityGreenville | $7,361 | $40,888* | $50,943 | $21,500* | 0.53 |
| National Median | — | $48,772* | — | $21,500* | 0.44 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with mathematics graduates
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Data Scientists
Business Intelligence Analysts
Clinical Data Managers
Mathematicians
Statisticians
Biostatisticians
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Bennett College, approximately 75% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.