Mathematics at The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

Math majors from Tennessee programs typically start around $51,000, which places UTC's estimated outcomes right in line with state peers—though well below what Vanderbilt math graduates command. The estimated $21,438 in debt translates to a manageable 0.42 ratio, meaning roughly five months of gross salary to cover what students borrow. That's a solid foundation compared to many bachelor's programs.

What makes this harder to evaluate is that these figures come from just four Tennessee math programs, not UTC specifically. The state benchmark actually sits above the national median of $48,772, which suggests Tennessee math programs generally perform reasonably well. But the wide range among Tennessee schools—from Vanderbilt's six-figure outcomes down to UT-Knoxville's $39,000—shows that institutional differences matter significantly in mathematics. Where UTC falls within that range for its own graduates remains unclear.

The practical question is whether a math degree justifies the investment when the specific outcomes are unknown. The estimated debt burden is low enough that even if actual earnings come in toward the lower end of the state range, graduates likely stay financially viable. But if your child is considering UTC specifically for mathematics, try reaching out to the career services office for more detailed placement data—particularly where recent math graduates land and what roles they take. Without program-specific outcomes, you're betting on Tennessee averages rather than this school's actual track record.