Mathematics at Eastern Connecticut State University

Eastern Connecticut State's math program produces graduates earning notably less than other Connecticut schools—about $7,400 below the state median in the first year. Among the 21 Connecticut institutions offering math degrees, this program ranks in the 40th percentile, trailing not just Trinity College but also all UConn campuses by a significant margin. That gap matters for families considering in-state options, especially since admission selectivity and debt levels are comparable across these schools.

The positive here is manageable debt. At under $22,000, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.48—meaning they owe less than half their first-year salary. Earnings do grow 13% over four years to roughly $51,600, which provides some breathing room for loan repayment. However, that still leaves graduates earning less than the typical Connecticut math major's starting salary.

The major caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes could vary considerably. If your child is set on Eastern Connecticut State for other reasons (location, campus culture, cost), the debt level won't be crushing. But purely as a financial investment for a math degree, Connecticut families have stronger options—particularly UConn's regional campuses, which deliver $7,000+ more in early earnings at similar debt levels.