Mathematics at University of New Hampshire-Main Campus

In New Hampshire, mathematics bachelor's programs show stark variation, with Dartmouth graduates earning $108,000 and the state median hitting nearly $80,000. Against this backdrop, UNH's estimated first-year earnings of $48,772—drawn from national benchmarks—sit well below what peer programs in the state typically produce. The debt load of roughly $21,500 appears manageable at 44% of first-year income, but that ratio matters less when the earnings themselves lag so far behind state norms.

The question is whether this represents UNH's actual outcomes or simply reflects the limitations of using national estimates for a state with unusually high-performing math programs. New Hampshire's small number of schools (just nine total) means a few elite programs like Dartmouth can skew the median upward. Even so, Southern New Hampshire University's reported $51,000 suggests the national estimate may be conservative for this region. Mathematics degrees generally open doors to multiple career paths, and starting salaries often climb quickly for graduates who pursue technical roles.

Without program-specific data, parents should dig deeper into where UNH math graduates actually land—whether they're staying in New Hampshire's relatively strong tech sector or leaving for other markets. The debt level won't sink anyone, but confirming that real outcomes exceed these national estimates would provide considerably more confidence in the investment.