Mathematics at Southwest Baptist University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Mathematics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Baptist University | $52,160* | $71,818 | $21,750* | — |
| Washington University in St Louis | $79,799* | — | $18,700* | 0.23 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia | $56,132* | — | $18,500* | 0.33 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $48,188* | $56,610 | $19,922* | 0.41 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $31,856* | $55,947 | $21,143* | 0.66 |
| National Median | $48,772* | — | $21,500* | 0.44 |
Other Mathematics Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St Louis St. Louis | $62,982 | $79,799 | $18,700 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $14,130 | $56,132 | $18,500 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $9,024 | $48,188 | $19,922 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $13,440 | $31,856 | $21,143 |
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 Southwest Baptist University, approximately 35% 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 MO. Actual outcomes may vary.