Applied Mathematics at University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

UConn-Waterbury's applied mathematics program gets students to solid earnings—$61,741 first-year out—with notably less debt than most competitors. While the salary sits right at the national median, the debt load ranks in the 10th percentile nationally, meaning 90% of applied math programs saddle graduates with more borrowing. That 0.42 debt-to-earnings ratio translates to manageable repayment: under half a year's salary to clear the tab.

The program performs reasonably well within Connecticut, landing in the 60th percentile statewide. That comparison matters since UConn's satellite campuses offer identical degree credentials at an 87% admission rate, serving a population where half the students receive Pell grants. The accessibility angle here is significant—students get UConn's brand recognition without the competitive pressure or debt burden of selective programs.

The practical calculus is straightforward: this program won't land your child in the top quartile of applied math earners ($72K+), but it delivers middle-of-the-pack earnings with well-below-average debt. For families prioritizing affordability and reasonable outcomes over prestige, that's a sensible trade. The moderate sample size suggests steady but not huge graduate numbers, which checks out for a regional campus.