Mathematics at Louisiana Tech University

A bachelor's in mathematics from Louisiana Tech comes with estimated debt of $21,498—notably higher than the state median of $15,000 for similar programs in Louisiana. Combined with projected first-year earnings around $44,136 based on comparable math programs across the state, this creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.49, which is manageable but not exceptional for a STEM field.

The earnings estimate places this program right at Louisiana's median for math degrees, but about $4,600 below the national benchmark of $48,772. For context, Tulane's math graduates start around $55,916, though that comes at a selective private institution. What's worth noting is that Louisiana Tech's estimated debt burden significantly exceeds what students typically carry at other Louisiana schools offering this degree—the state median sits at just $15,000.

For a parent evaluating this investment, the math works but doesn't inspire confidence. The debt load appears heavier than peer programs in the state would suggest, even as earnings track with Louisiana norms rather than national standards. If your child is set on mathematics and Louisiana Tech specifically, the financials aren't prohibitive, but pushing them to explore why debt might run higher here—and whether comparable programs at LSU or ULL offer better value—would be prudent before committing.