Mathematics at University of Iowa

University of Iowa's mathematics program produces notably strong outcomes, with first-year graduates earning $60,612—about $24,000 more than the national median for math majors. That's an 84th percentile performance nationally, meaning this program outearns roughly five out of six comparable math programs across the country. The debt burden of $21,738 is right in line with national norms, yielding a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.36 that most financial planners would consider healthy.

Within Iowa, the picture is more moderate but still solid. The program sits at the 60th percentile statewide and edges out Iowa State's median earnings of $51,422 by nearly $10,000. The 20% earnings growth to $72,728 by year four suggests graduates are successfully transitioning into careers that value their analytical skills—whether that's in data science, actuarial work, or tech roles.

The strong national showing combined with manageable debt makes this a sound choice for students committed to math. You're paying typical student loan amounts for considerably above-average earning potential right out of the gate. For Iowa families, this represents one of the state's better bets in mathematics education.