Mathematics at University of Redlands

California's mathematics programs show a dramatic earnings spread, with top UC and Cal Poly graduates earning $50,000+ in their first year while the state median sits at $38,449. University of Redlands' program, based on estimates from comparable California programs, appears to track closer to that state median—roughly $10,000 below what graduates from nearby competitive schools are seeing. That gap matters when you're carrying $21,750 in debt, which is actually above California's typical $16,949 for math degrees despite the lower earning trajectory.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.57 is manageable on paper—you'd expect to earn nearly twice what you owe in your first year. But context matters here: nationally, mathematics bachelor's graduates earn a median of $48,772, meaning similar programs across the country produce outcomes about $10,000 higher than what California programs suggest for Redlands. Mathematics degrees typically lead to quantitative careers with strong earning potential, so starting at $38,000 represents a meaningful discount on the field's usual financial advantage.

For a family considering this investment, the central question is whether Redlands' smaller classes and liberal arts environment justify tracking below both state competitors and national mathematics norms. With an 81% admission rate, the school is accessible, but that accessibility comes with a price: estimated earnings that land in the middle of California's pack while debt runs higher than typical for state peers. If your student is set on Redlands for fit reasons, the numbers work—but if mathematics earning potential is the priority, the data suggests looking at UC campuses or Cal Poly where reported outcomes are substantially stronger.