Mathematics at The College of Wooster

The $27,000 debt burden here ranks in the bottom 5th percentile nationally for math programs—meaning 95% of comparable programs leave students with more debt. That's notable for a selective liberal arts college where comprehensive financial aid often translates to manageable loans even at higher sticker prices. The question is whether the estimated $49,000 first-year earnings justify that relatively modest borrowing.

Based on comparable math programs across Ohio, Wooster graduates likely earn close to the state median, putting them roughly on par with larger public universities like Miami and Cincinnati. The 0.55 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests students would dedicate about half their first-year salary to debt—manageable territory by most standards. However, we're working with estimates here since Wooster's actual graduate outcomes aren't reported, making it harder to assess whether their smaller, more personalized math program delivers differently than the state average.

What matters most is that the debt picture looks solid even if earnings fall somewhat below the estimate. A math degree from Wooster won't bury your child in loans, which provides downside protection. But without actual placement data, you're betting on the liberal arts premium—that analytical skills and faculty mentorship translate to career outcomes worth the private school investment. If that resonates, the numbers support it. If you need certainty about return on investment, the data gaps here won't provide it.