Mathematics at Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southern's mathematics program shows troubling first-year outcomes—graduates earn just $35,511 initially, landing in the 10th percentile nationally and 25th percentile among Georgia math programs. That's roughly $13,000 below what University of Georgia math grads earn and nearly $9,000 below the state median. With $24,650 in debt (slightly above state and national averages), new graduates face a challenging financial start.

The strong rebound to $51,232 by year four offers some reassurance, ultimately exceeding both state and national medians. This 44% earnings jump suggests graduates may be entering teaching positions or other fields where initial salaries are depressed but improve with experience. However, the very small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these figures could shift significantly with different cohorts—your child's outcomes might look quite different.

For families considering this program, the key question is whether that difficult first year is manageable. If your student can live at home or has financial support during that initial period, the longer-term trajectory looks reasonable. But if they need to start repaying loans immediately after graduation on that $35,511 salary, the math gets tight. Unless your child has specific reasons to choose Georgia Southern—location, fit, or aid packages that reduce debt—stronger-performing Georgia programs like UGA or North Georgia would offer more financial security from day one.