Mathematics at Randolph College

With estimated first-year earnings of $57,271 and debt around $21,750, this mathematics program lands right at Virginia's median for the field—a solid position given the state's strong math program ecosystem. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.38 suggests graduates would dedicate less than five months of their first year's salary to loan repayment, which is manageable territory for a STEM degree.

The estimates here come from peer mathematics programs across Virginia and similar small liberal arts colleges nationally, so there's inherent uncertainty about Randolph's specific outcomes. What we do know is that Virginia mathematics programs cluster tightly—the state's top performers (UVA, William & Mary) earn only about $4,000-6,000 more annually than the median. This relatively compressed range suggests that even if Randolph's actual outcomes differ somewhat from the state average, the variance is likely limited. The program also outpaces the national median for math bachelor's degrees by nearly $9,000, reflecting Virginia's stronger STEM job market.

For families evaluating this investment, the math looks reasonable on paper: modest debt paired with earnings that substantially exceed what most liberal arts graduates see. The real question is whether Randolph's small program size (which triggers the data suppression) offers personalized attention that justifies choosing it over larger Virginia public universities with similar estimated outcomes and lower sticker prices. If costs align and the intimate setting matters, the financial fundamentals appear sound.