Mathematics at CUNY Brooklyn College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY Brooklyn College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY Brooklyn College graduates earn $30k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all mathematics bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Mathematics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (83 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Brooklyn College | $29,957 | $78,169 | — | — |
| Cornell University | $87,251 | $127,962 | $14,146 | 0.16 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | $80,196 | $100,012 | $24,250 | 0.30 |
| Fordham University | $73,204 | — | $26,949 | 0.37 |
| New York University | $58,481 | $90,277 | $19,500 | 0.33 |
| St Lawrence University | $58,047 | $68,144 | $25,000 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $48,772 | — | $21,500 | 0.44 |
Other Mathematics Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University Ithaca | $66,014 | $87,251 | $14,146 |
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy | $61,884 | $80,196 | $24,250 |
| Fordham University Bronx | $61,992 | $73,204 | $26,949 |
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $58,481 | $19,500 |
| St Lawrence University Canton | $63,870 | $58,047 | $25,000 |
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 CUNY Brooklyn College, approximately 56% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 27 graduates with reported earnings and 11 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.