Mathematics at The University of Texas at Austin

UT Austin's mathematics program launches graduates into earnings nearly 25% higher than the typical Texas math major, though it doesn't quite reach the elite tier of Southern Methodist University. First-year graduates earn $60,011—already above the national 83rd percentile—and that figure jumps to over $75,000 by year four. The debt load of $20,500 translates to a very manageable 0.34 ratio, meaning graduates earn nearly three times their total debt in their first year alone.

What makes this program stand out is the earnings trajectory. While many programs see modest gains or plateaus, UT Austin math majors experience robust 26% income growth in just three years, likely reflecting opportunities in tech, finance, and data science sectors where Austin's economy excels. The program ranks solidly in the 60th percentile among Texas schools—respectable given the state's 70 competing programs—but the real story is the combination of strong starting salary and continued momentum.

For a selective public university (29% admission rate), UT Austin delivers significant value here. Your student enters a rigorous program, graduates with below-average debt, and earns substantially more than peers at most Texas schools. The trajectory suggests doors opening rather than closing after graduation. Unless you're specifically targeting SMU's finance-heavy network, this represents one of the better mathematics investments in the state.