Mathematics at Keene State College

Math bachelor's programs in New Hampshire show a striking range, with the state median at nearly $80,000—well above where national benchmarks suggest Keene State grads might land. Using estimates derived from similar programs nationwide, a Keene State math graduate would likely earn around $49,000 in their first year, which sits at the national median but falls substantially short of what other New Hampshire programs report. Southern New Hampshire University's math grads, for instance, earn about $51,000, while Dartmouth's top the six-figure mark.

The estimated debt of $21,500 creates a manageable 0.44 debt-to-earnings ratio—about half a year's salary—which suggests reasonable affordability if those national-median earnings hold true. But the gap between estimated outcomes and what New Hampshire's stronger programs deliver is worth noting. Your child would be paying New Hampshire tuition rates while potentially achieving earnings more typical of math programs nationally rather than regionally.

If your student is committed to teaching or pursuing graduate work where the credential itself matters more than first-year salary, this could work. But if immediate earning power is the priority, understanding why Keene State's outcomes might differ from other New Hampshire math programs—smaller employer network, different student preparation, or regional job placement patterns—becomes essential before committing.