Mathematics at Peru State College

Nebraska math programs show a wide earnings range—from $43,000 at UNL to nearly $59,000 at Omaha. Peru State's estimated outcomes fall between these extremes, with first-year earnings around $48,800 based on national benchmarks for math bachelor's programs. That's slightly below the $51,100 typical for Nebraska math graduates but lands right at the national median. The estimated $21,500 debt load is manageable, translating to a 0.44 debt-to-earnings ratio that suggests reasonable financial footing after graduation.

The challenge is uncertainty. With no reported data from Peru State's own math graduates, you're relying on what similar programs nationally tend to produce. Nebraska's math market clearly varies by institution—whether Peru State aligns more with UNL's outcomes or closer to Omaha's depends on factors these estimates can't capture, like local employer relationships or whether graduates stay in rural Nebraska versus moving to larger metros. A one-third Pell grant population suggests the school serves students who may particularly need strong job placement outcomes.

For a family considering this program, the estimated numbers suggest workable finances if actual outcomes match peer programs. But before committing, you'll want to investigate Peru State's specific math graduate outcomes—job placement rates, where alumni work, and whether the rural location helps or hinders access to quantitative careers that typically drive higher math salaries.