Mathematics at Union Adventist University

A debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.45 places this program in reasonable territory—comparable mathematics programs nationally suggest first-year earnings around $48,800 against estimated debt of $21,750. That's manageable compared to many bachelor's degrees, though notably below what similar programs in Nebraska typically produce ($51,110 median). The University of Nebraska at Omaha's mathematics graduates, for instance, start at nearly $59,000, while even UNL sits at $43,000.

The challenge here is uncertainty. Union Adventist's small graduate cohorts mean the Department of Education can't publish actual outcomes, so these figures come from national peer programs rather than this school's track record. For a mathematics degree—where teaching certification, actuarial work, or data analysis roles can create vastly different salary trajectories—knowing how Union Adventist's specific graduates fare matters more than for many majors. The school's 100% admission rate and relatively low Pell enrollment (24%) suggest a small, selective student body by choice rather than competitiveness.

If your student is considering Union Adventist specifically for its faith-based environment or tight-knit community, the estimated debt load won't create a crisis. But you're essentially betting on an unknown placement record when larger Nebraska programs offer clearer pictures of where graduates actually land.