Mathematics at University of Delaware

University of Delaware's mathematics degree shows promising earnings trajectories, though the limited sample size means these figures might not represent typical outcomes. With median starting pay of $52,308 and strong 41% earnings growth to $73,638 by year four, graduates are outpacing the national median for math degrees ($48,772) and landing in the 65th percentile nationally. The $27,000 median debt translates to a manageable 0.52 debt-to-earnings ratio—borrowers would need roughly six months of their first year's salary to cover what they owe.

The caution here is entirely about sample size. With fewer than 30 graduates tracked, a couple of outliers—say, someone who landed a lucrative data science role or went into high school teaching—could skew these numbers significantly. Delaware only has two institutions offering math degrees, making state comparisons less meaningful, and we can't benchmark against other programs in the state for this exact reason.

For parents evaluating this program: the fundamentals look solid if your child is genuinely interested in mathematics. The debt load is reasonable, starting salaries are respectable, and earnings growth suggests graduates find their footing professionally. Just recognize that with such a small cohort, your child's actual outcome could vary considerably from these medians. The program's value will depend heavily on what they do with the degree—actuarial work, software development, or graduate school will produce very different financial trajectories.