Compare 5 Mathematics. programs in Connecticut. Average earnings: $60,142.
With top graduates earning $70,064, Mathematics stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $10K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige. Across 5 Connecticut programs, outcomes track program quality, not overall reputation.
Fairfield University's Mathematics program leads with graduates earning $70,064, well above the state average of $60,142. Trinity College follows at $63,076, while Central Connecticut State University produces graduates earning $58,395—demonstrating that program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand recognition.
Highest program earnings: $70,064
Strong outcomes with 75.5% acceptance
7.5% payment burden | Excellent - payment under 8% of discretionary
17.2% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Fairfield UniversityPrivate | $70,064 | 17 | $26,000 | Excellent | $50,500 | Challenging |
| #2 | Trinity CollegePrivate | $63,076 | 18 | $23,000 | Excellent | $60,796 | High |
| #3 | $58,395 | 42 | $22,300 | Good | $19,642 | Manageable | |
| #4 | $57,579 | 47 | $21,500 | Good | $35,324 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $51,595 | 37 | $24,250 | Good | $21,628 | Challenging |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
