Mathematics at Centenary University

Similar math programs in New Jersey produce first-year earnings around $50,800, which would put Centenary's program right at the state median—a respectable outcome for a school with a 97% admission rate. The estimated $21,750 in debt tracks closely with both the national median and what other New Jersey programs report, yielding a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.43 that suggests manageable repayment for graduates who secure typical math-related positions.

The challenge is understanding what this really means for Centenary specifically. The school draws from a different applicant pool than competitive programs like NJIT or the Rutgers campuses, where math graduates earn $55,000 to $66,000 in their first year. Whether Centenary's graduates achieve outcomes comparable to the broader state average—or fall below it—remains unclear without actual data. The 38% Pell grant rate indicates the school serves many students who need education to be a reliable pathway to financial stability.

For families considering this program, the estimated numbers suggest reasonable value if they prove accurate, but you're making this decision with limited visibility. If your child has admission options at schools with reported outcomes, those provide more certainty about return on investment. If Centenary offers advantages like smaller classes, location, or financial aid that make it the practical choice, the peer program data at least suggests the debt level wouldn't be crushing—assuming your child lands work that uses their degree.