Mathematics at Livingstone College

In North Carolina, mathematics bachelor's programs show a wide earnings range—from Duke's $121,000 to around $41,000 at several state schools. Based on comparable programs across the state, Livingstone College appears positioned near the median, with estimated first-year earnings around $41,000 against estimated debt of $21,750. That debt load equals roughly six months of salary, which is manageable compared to many undergraduate programs.

The challenge here is that we're working entirely with estimates derived from peer institutions rather than Livingstone's actual graduate outcomes. With 84% of students receiving Pell grants, this program serves predominantly low-income students who need mathematics degrees to deliver on their career promise. Similar programs in North Carolina typically produce earnings about $8,000 below the national median for math majors, likely reflecting regional salary differences rather than program quality issues.

The real question is whether a small mathematics program can provide the connections and preparation that lead to strong outcomes despite limited data visibility. If your child thrives in smaller classroom settings and plans to work in North Carolina—where these earnings align with state norms—the debt-to-earnings picture suggests reasonable financial risk. But if graduate school or out-of-state opportunities are the goal, you'll want to investigate directly how recent graduates have fared, since the estimates can't tell you whether this specific program opens those doors.