Mathematics at University of Mary Washington

University of Mary Washington's mathematics program launches graduates at $61,247—substantially above the national median of $48,772 and competitive within Virginia's strong math landscape. While it doesn't quite match UVA or William & Mary's outcomes, it outperforms larger state schools like Virginia Tech and George Mason, despite Mary Washington's much higher admission rate and less selective profile. Graduates also carry relatively modest debt at $24,475, creating a favorable 0.40 debt-to-earnings ratio that suggests manageable loan payments.

The caveat here is sample size—with fewer than 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift significantly year to year. The slight earnings dip from year one to year four (essentially flat at $60,523) might reflect limited data rather than a true career trajectory. For context, Virginia's median math graduate earns $57,270, so Mary Washington students are starting ahead of that benchmark.

For parents weighing options, this program delivers strong initial placement at a public school price point, positioning graduates well above national norms. The competitive outcomes relative to the school's accessibility (86% admission rate) suggest solid career preparation. Just recognize that with such a small cohort, individual outcomes may vary more than at programs with hundreds of graduates, and you're betting on consistency that's harder to verify statistically.