Analysis
Similar programs in Pennsylvania suggest Applied Mathematics bachelor's graduates earn around $58,000 in their first year—right at the state median but slightly below the national benchmark of $61,000. That's solid starting pay, though not exceptional compared to what comparable programs produce elsewhere in the country. The estimated $25,000 debt load yields a manageable ratio of 0.44, meaning graduates would owe roughly 44 cents for every dollar they earn in year one.
What's reassuring here is that applied mathematics degrees typically offer strong long-term earning potential and career flexibility, even if the Pennsylvania market doesn't appear to reward them quite as generously as some other states in those critical first years. The debt figure sits slightly above both state and national medians for this field, but it's not alarmingly high—particularly given Neumann's 42% Pell Grant population, which suggests the school serves students who might need more financial support to complete their degrees.
The core challenge is that these estimates come from just four Pennsylvania programs, so there's meaningful uncertainty about whether Neumann's specific outcomes align with this picture. If your child is drawn to applied math and values a smaller university environment, the projected debt-to-earnings balance looks workable. Just recognize you're making this decision with limited visibility into how Neumann's graduates specifically fare, and it may be worth directly asking the school about placement outcomes and typical career paths for recent graduates.
Where Neumann University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all applied mathematics bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Applied Mathematics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (18 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $37,300 | $58,358* | — | $25,421* | — | |
| $34,940 | $62,328* | $75,554 | $25,000* | 0.40 | |
| $14,620 | $58,358* | $78,897 | $22,571* | 0.39 | |
| $14,630 | $58,358* | $78,897 | $22,571* | 0.39 | |
| $21,524 | $58,358* | $78,897 | $22,571* | 0.39 | |
| National Median | — | $60,930* | — | $21,393* | 0.35 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with applied mathematics graduates
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Actuaries
Economists
Environmental Economists
Data Scientists
Business Intelligence Analysts
Clinical Data Managers
Mathematicians
Statisticians
Biostatisticians
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 Neumann University, approximately 42% 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 4 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.