Mathematics at University of Minnesota-Morris

Based on comparable math programs in Minnesota, this degree carries a debt load of roughly $21,500 against estimated first-year earnings of $57,000—a manageable 0.38 ratio that suggests the credential should pay for itself relatively quickly. Minnesota's math bachelor's degrees cluster tightly in the mid-to-upper $50,000s for early earnings, putting this program squarely in line with what peer institutions deliver. The estimated debt also tracks closely with both state and national medians for math degrees, avoiding the inflated borrowing that sometimes accompanies smaller liberal arts colleges.

What makes this particularly interesting is how Morris positions within the University of Minnesota system. While these figures are estimates based on similar programs statewide, they align with actual reported outcomes from Minnesota-Duluth ($55,482) and sit within striking distance of the flagship Twin Cities campus ($58,153). For a campus with a 70% admission rate serving a meaningful share of Pell-eligible students, that's a solid competitive position. Mathematics degrees generally translate well to employment across industries, which likely explains the consistency across Minnesota schools.

The main caveat: without school-specific data, you're betting that Morris's outcomes match the state pattern. Given its system affiliation and the tight clustering of Minnesota math programs, that's a reasonable assumption, but it's still an assumption. If your student genuinely wants math and values the smaller Morris environment, the estimated numbers suggest it won't cost them financially.