Mathematics at University of Washington-Bothell Campus

UW Bothell math graduates start modestly at $46,585 but see their earnings jump 66% to over $77,000 by year four—an earnings trajectory that outpaces most bachelor's programs. While first-year pay lands just below the national median for math degrees, the growth pattern suggests graduates are securing solid quantitative roles after that initial entry period. Among Washington's 17 math programs, this ranks at the 60th percentile for earnings, essentially matching the state median while significantly outearning programs at Western Washington and University of Puget Sound.

The financial picture is particularly attractive: at $15,501, graduates carry about 30% less debt than the typical math major nationally, with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.33. That's manageable enough to pay down quickly once those mid-career earnings kick in. The moderate sample size (30-100 graduates) means individual outcomes may vary more than at larger programs, but the overall pattern is consistent.

For families seeking an affordable math degree with strong earning potential after a few years of career building, UW Bothell delivers. The key is understanding that the real payoff comes after that first job—graduates who can weather a modest starting salary will likely see substantial returns by their late twenties.