Mathematics at Roger Williams University

A bachelor's in mathematics from Roger Williams likely positions graduates near the national middle—comparable programs nationally suggest first-year earnings around $48,800, with debt of roughly $21,750. That's a manageable 0.45 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates would owe less than half their first year's salary. However, this sits notably below what similar programs in Rhode Island typically produce. The state median for math degrees is $53,000, and URI graduates earn $55,300 in their first year—about $6,500 more than peer programs suggest for Roger Williams.

The gap matters because Rhode Island has only six institutions offering math degrees, and two with reported data both outperform these estimates. With an 88% admission rate and relatively accessible entry requirements, Roger Williams may serve students who need a less selective option, but families should recognize they're likely trading some earning potential for that accessibility. Mathematics degrees generally offer strong career flexibility, but starting $5,000-$7,000 below the state norm compounds over time.

If your child has options at URI or Providence College and can handle the academic rigor, those programs show stronger returns. If Roger Williams is the realistic choice due to admissions or fit, the estimated debt load won't be crushing, but understand you're probably not getting the earnings ceiling that Rhode Island's top math programs deliver.