Compare 7 Mathematics. programs in Kentucky. Average earnings: $41,480.
Mathematics programs produce graduates earning between $17,846 and $55,698—a $38K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 7 ranked programs in Kentucky, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
The University of Kentucky's Mathematics program leads with graduates earning $55,698, while the state average sits at $41,480. Northern Kentucky University follows closely at $54,345, proving that multiple programs can deliver strong outcomes. The University of Louisville rounds out the top three at $49,809.
Highest program earnings: $55,698
Strong outcomes with 92% acceptance
9.3% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
17.3% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of KentuckyPublic | $55,698 | 54 | $22,500 | Good | $30,006 | Challenging |
| #2 | $54,345 | 19 | $23,000 | Good | $14,877 | Manageable | |
| #3 | University Of LouisvillePublic | $49,809 | 26 | $20,500 | Good | $20,717 | Challenging |
| #4 | $39,949 | 12 | $22,250 | Manageable | $10,050 | High | |
| #5 | $37,654 | 19 | $22,095 | Challenging | $18,310 | High | |
| #6 | Murray State UniversityPublic | $35,060 | 14 | $20,500 | Challenging | $18,465 | High |
| #7 | Berea CollegePrivate | $17,846 | 14 | $3,591 | High | $0 | 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.
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