Mathematics at University of Central Florida

UCF's mathematics program turns in a respectable earnings performance—$51,315 at the 60th percentile among Florida schools—but the real story is the remarkably low debt burden. At just $11,692, graduates carry roughly half the debt of typical math majors in Florida ($20,050) and less than half the national average. This creates an unusually favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.23, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off their loans in under three months of gross earnings.

Among Florida's larger math programs, UCF holds its own, outearning several flagship universities including UF and USF. The $51,315 median beats both the state and national benchmarks by meaningful margins, though it falls short of FSU and FIU. For families weighing cost versus outcome, the combination of above-average earnings and exceptionally manageable debt makes this a financially efficient path into mathematics.

The major caveat: these figures come from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes may vary more than usual. Still, the pattern suggests UCF delivers solid career preparation without the debt burden that often accompanies STEM degrees. For Florida families, particularly those conscious of keeping borrowing minimal, that's a meaningful advantage worth investigating further.