Mathematics at Southwestern College

A mathematics bachelor's degree from Southwestern College appears financially manageable based on what we can learn from peer programs nationally. With estimated debt around $21,750—just above the national median for math programs—and first-year earnings tracking with the national benchmark of $48,772, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.45 sits comfortably below the concerning 1.0 threshold. That suggests graduates could realistically pay down their loans within a few years while building their careers.

What's harder to assess is how Southwestern specifically prepares its mathematics graduates compared to the state's larger programs. Kansas math majors typically earn around $45,896 in their first year, and comparable Kansas programs show a $43,000-$49,000 range. The national estimate puts Southwestern's likely outcomes near the top of that state range, though we can't confirm whether this smaller program (hence the data suppression) matches the placement success of a Kansas State or University of Kansas. The 39% Pell grant rate suggests Southwestern serves many students for whom affordable debt levels matter significantly.

For families evaluating this program, the estimated financials look reasonable—the debt burden isn't alarming and the field generally provides stable employment. However, you're making this decision with less certainty than you'd have at schools with reported outcomes, so connecting directly with recent Southwestern math graduates about their job placement experiences becomes especially valuable.