Mathematics at Westminster College

A $52,000 first-year salary estimate—based on Missouri's median for math bachelor's programs—places Westminster graduates right at the state average but above the $48,772 national median. The estimated $21,750 in debt produces a manageable 0.42 ratio, meaning graduates would owe roughly five months' salary. That's a reasonable starting point for a math degree, especially compared to Missouri programs where outcomes range from nearly $80,000 at Washington University down to $32,000 at UM-St. Louis.

The challenge here is uncertainty. With no reported data for Westminster's specific program, you're relying on what similar Missouri math programs produce. The state median itself spans just four programs—a small sample that could shift significantly. Meanwhile, Westminster's 40% Pell population and 1083 average SAT suggest a student body that may face different post-graduation trajectories than those at flagship research universities.

For parents, the estimated numbers suggest math at Westminster could work financially if your child lands near the state median. But without knowing where Westminster's actual graduates cluster within that $32,000-$80,000 Missouri range, you're making a leap of faith. Contact the department directly about job placement outcomes and alumni trajectories before committing—the math here only works if Westminster's graduates actually achieve those estimated earnings.