Mathematics at Carlow University

Pennsylvania's mathematics bachelor's programs produce significantly different outcomes, and Carlow appears positioned in the middle tier. Similar programs in the state suggest first-year earnings around $48,800—matching both state and national medians—but well below what mathematics graduates earn at places like Villanova ($75,481) or even nearby Duquesne ($49,314). The estimated $26,000 in debt is slightly above what peer programs typically carry, though the resulting debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.53 remains manageable by most standards.

The challenge here is uncertainty. With 41% of students receiving Pell grants, Carlow serves a population that needs clarity about outcomes, but the small graduate cohorts mean we're working from state-level estimates rather than school-specific data. That said, mathematics degrees generally offer solid career flexibility, and the estimated debt level shouldn't be crushing if earnings track with comparable programs.

Before committing, compare Carlow's mathematics program directly against other accessible options in Pittsburgh. Temple and Duquesne both report actual outcomes that significantly exceed these estimates, and understanding why Carlow's cohorts are too small to generate public data—whether it's program size, recent changes, or other factors—matters when you're investing $26,000 in debt for credentials that need to compete in the same job market.