Compare 11 Mathematics. programs in North Carolina. Average earnings: $57,966.
Mathematics programs produce graduates earning between $28,598 and $99,927—a $71K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 11 ranked programs in North Carolina, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Duke University's Mathematics program leads with graduates earning $99,927, well above the state average of $57,966. UNC Chapel Hill follows at $87,301, with Wake Forest close behind at $87,019. The gap between top performers and the median proves that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Duke UniversityPrivate | $99,927 | 53 | $13,000 | Excellent | $27,998 | Good |
| #2 | $87,301 | 113 | $14,000 | Excellent | $25,072 | Good | |
| #3 | Wake Forest UniversityPrivate | $87,019 | 39 | $21,500 | Excellent | $30,000 | Good |
| #4 | $67,211 | 29 | $21,500 | Excellent | $19,809 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $52,891 | 26 | $19,500 | Good | $22,737 | Challenging | |
| #6 | East Carolina UniversityPublic | $50,943 | 29 | $22,750 | Good | $19,710 | Challenging |
| #7 | $46,853 | 39 | $20,231 | Good | $21,919 | High | |
| #8 | $42,676 | 14 | $20,500 | Manageable | $20,305 | High | |
| #9 | $37,809 | 20 | $21,868 | Challenging | $18,241 | High | |
| #10 | $37,208 | 16 | $22,858 | Challenging | $14,638 | High | |
| #11 | $28,598 | 59 | $20,121 | High | $23,000 | 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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