Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Analysis
Similar mathematics programs across Indiana suggest first-year earnings around $58,764, which would place this program solidly above the national benchmark of $48,772 for bachelor's-level math graduates. With estimated debt of $21,750, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37 falls in a manageable range—graduates would theoretically owe about 37 cents for every dollar earned in their first year.
However, the gap between peer programs matters here. Indiana's top math programs—Rose-Hulman at $86,000, Notre Dame at $65,000—demonstrate that outcomes in this field vary dramatically by school. Whether Indiana Wesleyan produces results closer to the state median or lags behind depends on factors we can't see in this estimated data: employer recruiting patterns, student preparedness (the 1074 average SAT is below selective programs), and whether graduates pursue teaching versus industry roles.
For a family evaluating this investment, the estimated figures suggest reasonable economics if the outcomes materialize as projected. But with both earnings and debt based on peer programs rather than Indiana Wesleyan's actual graduates, you're making a decision with limited visibility. If your child has options at schools with reported data—particularly the flagship state universities on this list—those choices offer more certainty about what math graduates actually earn.
Where Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all mathematics bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Mathematics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (37 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Indiana Wesleyan University-MarionMarion | $31,168 | $58,764* | — | $21,750* | — |
 Rose-Hulman Institute of TechnologyTerre Haute | $56,674 | $85,977* | $96,973 | $25,000* | 0.29 |
 University of Notre DameNotre Dame | $62,693 | $65,302* | $87,725 | $19,000* | 0.29 |
 Indiana University-BloomingtonBloomington | $11,790 | $59,277* | $74,190 | $22,000* | 0.37 |
 Indiana University-EastRichmond | $8,179 | $58,764* | $55,844 | $22,388* | 0.38 |
 Purdue University-Main CampusWest Lafayette | $9,992 | $49,387* | — | $18,820* | 0.38 |
| National Median | — | $48,772* | — | $21,500* | 0.44 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with mathematics graduates
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Data Scientists
Business Intelligence Analysts
Clinical Data Managers
Mathematicians
Statisticians
Biostatisticians
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other
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 Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion, approximately 25% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in IN. Actual outcomes may vary.