Mathematics at East Texas Baptist University

A mathematics bachelor's from a private Baptist university in Marshall carries an estimated $21,750 in debt—right in line with the national median but slightly above Texas's typical $19,745. Based on comparable mathematics programs across Texas, first-year earnings around $49,700 would put graduates near both state and national averages for this degree, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.44. That's less than half a year's salary, which most financial advisors consider healthy territory.

The challenge here is context. Texas's flagship programs—UT Austin, UT Dallas, even University of Houston—demonstrate that mathematics graduates from larger institutions in the state can command $54,000 to $60,000 right out of college, with Southern Methodist reaching $74,500. Whether East Texas Baptist's smaller setting, faith-based environment, or location in Marshall offers compensating value depends entirely on fit. The estimated earnings suggest graduates aren't falling behind national mathematics majors overall, but they may miss the premium that Texas's research universities deliver.

If your child thrives in smaller classes and values the school's Christian mission, the numbers don't present an obvious financial barrier. But if maximizing early earning potential matters most, Texas offers mathematics programs with demonstrably stronger financial outcomes—and some at lower cost.