Mathematics at Wake Forest University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Mathematics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (44 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University | $40,888* | $87,019 | $21,750* | — |
| Duke University | $121,088* | $99,927 | $13,000* | 0.11 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $53,402* | $87,301 | $14,500* | 0.27 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $43,585* | — | $21,256* | 0.49 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | $42,740* | $57,150 | $25,000* | 0.58 |
| East Carolina University | $40,888* | $50,943 | $21,500* | 0.53 |
| National Median | $48,772* | — | $21,500* | 0.44 |
Other Mathematics Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham | $65,805 | $121,088 | $13,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $53,402 | $14,500 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $43,585 | $21,256 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $7,214 | $42,740 | $25,000 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $7,361 | $40,888 | $21,500 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Wake Forest University, approximately 9% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.