Mathematics at Corban University

In Oregon, mathematics bachelor's programs show considerable variation, with graduates from similar programs earning between $25,000 and $45,000 in their first year. Corban's program, based on the state median for math degrees, suggests earnings around $41,000—putting it in the middle of Oregon's range but roughly $7,500 below the national benchmark for math graduates. The estimated debt of $21,750 creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.53, meaning graduates would owe about six months' salary. This aligns closely with typical debt loads for math programs nationwide.

What complicates the picture is that these figures are extrapolated from peer institutions rather than reflecting Corban's actual graduate outcomes. The wide spread among Oregon's math programs—from University of Oregon's $25,000 to Oregon State's $45,000—shows that institutional differences matter significantly. Whether Corban's Christian liberal arts environment produces outcomes closer to Oregon State's technical focus or trends lower is simply unknown.

For families considering this program, the estimated numbers suggest reasonable financial prospects if they hold true, but the lack of program-specific data means you're making a decision with meaningful blind spots. If your student is drawn to Corban specifically for its mission and community, ask admissions directly about graduate placement and whether they track outcomes internally, even if they can't report them publicly due to small cohort sizes.