Compare 12 Mathematics. programs in Indiana. Average earnings: $60,390.
With top graduates earning $106,786, Mathematics stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $46K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
The University of Notre Dame's Mathematics program leads with graduates earning $106,786, followed by Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology at $96,973. While Notre Dame tops the list, the variation tells the real story—across 12 programs, the average is $60,390, yet outcomes depend on program quality rather than overall school reputation.
Highest program earnings: $106,786
Strong outcomes ($96,973) with 73% acceptance
3.1% payment burden | Excellent
10.7% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of Notre DamePrivate | $106,786 | 125 | $19,000 | Excellent | $40,731 | Good |
| #2 | $96,973 | 28 | $25,000 | Excellent | $71,022 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $74,190 | 83 | $19,509 | Excellent | $32,850 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Indiana University-EastPublic | $55,844 | 51 | $18,000 | Excellent | $13,042 | Manageable |
| #5 | Wabash CollegePrivate | $51,482 | 9 | $27,000 | Manageable | $28,000 | High |
| #6 | $51,052 | 30 | $20,000 | Good | $17,205 | Challenging | |
| #7 | $48,432 | 73 | $19,500 | Good | $29,448 | High | |
| #8 | $47,134 | 15 | $20,105 | Good | $13,626 | Challenging | |
| #9 | Indiana State UniversityPublic | $45,954 | 14 | $24,000 | Manageable | $17,049 | High |
| #10 | $43,893 | 18 | $21,500 | Manageable | $12,362 | Challenging | |
| #11 | Valparaiso UniversityPrivate | $42,682 | 6 | $26,942 | Challenging | $28,500 | High |
| #12 | $32,925 | 10 | $19,684 | High | $10,909 | High |
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 →
