Applied Mathematics at Stetson University

A $25,000 debt load for a bachelor's in applied mathematics appears manageable when peer programs nationally suggest first-year earnings around $61,000—yielding a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 that sits comfortably below the concerning 1.0 threshold. Applied mathematics graduates typically find strong initial employment, and this estimated financial picture suggests Stetson's program should follow that pattern. However, it's worth noting these figures come from national medians across similar programs, not Stetson's own graduate outcomes, which the Department of Education suppresses due to small sample sizes.

The real question is whether Stetson's value proposition—with its 86% admission rate and moderate selectivity—justifies choosing it over Florida's public universities for a quantitative degree. Applied mathematics programs exist at seven Florida institutions, and while we lack direct comparisons due to data suppression across the state, public alternatives typically offer similar technical training at lower total costs. The estimated debt here seems reasonable, but families should verify Stetson's actual net price after aid and compare it against in-state options.

For parents willing to pay a premium for smaller class sizes and a private university environment, these estimated numbers suggest the investment won't become financially burdensome. But if cost is a primary concern, request actual placement data directly from Stetson's mathematics department before committing—particularly given that these projections rely entirely on what happens at other schools, not what's happened here.