Mathematics at University of Miami

Based on peer mathematics programs in Florida, a University of Miami math degree appears to face a competitive disadvantage despite the university's selective reputation. Similar programs across the state suggest first-year earnings around $46,100—which lags behind Florida State ($49,900) and UCF ($51,300), and barely matches what University of Florida graduates earn despite Miami's 19% admission rate versus UF's broader access model. The estimated $21,750 debt sits near the state median, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.47, but you're essentially paying selective-school prices for mid-pack state outcomes.

The financial picture becomes clearer when you consider that comparable Florida mathematics programs place their graduates in a fairly narrow earnings band, with Miami's estimated figure falling right at the state median. That's not catastrophic—math degrees generally lead to stable employment—but it raises questions about return on investment at an institution where total cost of attendance approaches $80,000 annually. The low 15% Pell grant enrollment suggests most families are paying substantial amounts out of pocket.

If your child is set on Miami for campus culture or location, understand that the mathematics degree itself doesn't appear to command a premium in the job market based on what similar Florida programs deliver. The debt burden is reasonable, but the earnings trajectory doesn't justify a significant financial stretch compared to flagship state alternatives that cost less and place graduates into higher-paying positions.