Mathematics at Wright State University-Main Campus

Wright State's mathematics bachelor's produces graduates earning nearly $10,000 less than the typical Ohio math major—$39,950 versus a state median of $49,228. That's bottom-quartile performance in a state where public universities like Ohio State and Cincinnati consistently deliver stronger outcomes. The small sample size (under 30 graduates tracked) means individual circumstances could be skewing these numbers, but the gap is too large to dismiss.

The debt picture offers modest relief: at $20,750, it matches the state median and sits just below the national benchmark. This translates to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.52, meaning graduates owe roughly half their first-year salary. Still, that first-year salary is the real problem—landing in the 19th percentile nationally means eight out of ten math programs produce better-earning graduates.

For families considering Wright State, the 95% admission rate and affordable debt load make this an accessible option, but the earnings data suggests mathematics majors here may struggle to land the higher-paying analytics, actuarial, or tech roles that typically justify a math degree. If your child is set on Wright State for location or financial reasons, they should aggressively pursue internships and consider whether a double major in computer science or finance might improve their employment prospects. Otherwise, neighboring schools are delivering significantly better returns on the same credential.