Mathematics Colleges Under $20,000

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College graduates earn $61,064 annually, nearly three times more than Berea College's $17,846, highlighting how location drives mathematics career outcomes. The City University of New York system dominates this price range with seven campuses offering net costs between $2,446 and $5,115. Mathematics graduates benefit from New York's concentration of financial firms, tech companies, and data analytics roles that value quantitative skills. Texas A&M University-Central Texas delivers the lowest net cost at $1,113, making advanced mathematics education accessible to students across economic backgrounds. California State universities in Los Angeles and Carson provide West Coast alternatives with moderate debt loads under $15,000. The 95.71% acceptance rate at Texas A&M-Central Texas contrasts sharply with Berea College's selective 24.58% admission rate, demonstrating how affordability and accessibility vary significantly across institutions.

Programs

$1,113 – $8,257

Net Price Range

$40,375

Avg. Program Earnings

43.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

50 Mathematics Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Texas A&M University-Central Texas Killeen, Texas	$1,113	$6,627		95.7%
2	CUNY Hunter College New York, New York	$2,446	$7,382	61.0%	47.9%
3	CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, New York	$2,943	$7,452	56.6%	54.5%
4	CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York, New York	$2,978	$7,464	72.1%	49.5%
5	Texas A & M International University Laredo, Texas	$3,061	$7,846	48.9%	47.9%
6	CUNY Lehman College Bronx, New York	$3,482	$7,410	49.3%	55.3%
7	CUNY City College New York, New York	$3,486	$7,340	54.7%	66.6%
8	California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson, California	$3,659	$7,064	46.9%	89.1%
9	CUNY Queens College Queens, New York	$3,830	$7,538	60.2%	69.5%
10	California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles, California	$4,113	$6,813	52.6%	86.9%
11	Berea College Berea, Kentucky	$4,483	$49,326	62.0%	24.6%
12	Ohio University-Eastern Campus Saint Clairsville, Ohio	$4,503	$6,178	20.0%
13	Dalton State College Dalton, Georgia	$4,694	$3,283	29.6%
14	CUNY York College Jamaica, New York	$4,734	$7,358	30.3%	59.1%
15	College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island, New York	$5,115	$7,490	32.8%
16	Northern New Mexico College Espanola, New Mexico	$5,216	$6,400	32.6%
17	Ohio University-Southern Campus Ironton, Ohio	$5,328	$6,178	19.3%
18	Texas Southmost College Brownsville, Texas	$5,458	$3,148	26.8%
19	California State University-Fullerton Fullerton, California	$5,646	$7,073	69.2%	66.7%
20	California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, California	$5,671	$7,826	58.0%	96.6%
21	California State University-Bakersfield Bakersfield, California	$5,825	$7,696	49.3%	86.6%
22	CUNY Medgar Evers College Brooklyn, New York	$5,881	$7,352	22.3%	87.7%
23	California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, California	$5,918	$7,675	54.7%	91.1%
24	Indiana University-Northwest Gary, Indiana	$5,970	$8,179	36.9%	80.3%
25	Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Zanesville, Ohio	$5,971	$6,178	17.7%
26	Coppin State University Baltimore, Maryland	$6,007	$7,001	25.6%	45.0%
27	Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lancaster, Ohio	$6,133	$6,178	13.7%
28	Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Portales, New Mexico	$6,199	$6,863	39.8%	27.6%
29	Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo, Indiana	$6,276	$8,179	44.7%	85.8%
30	University of Florida Gainesville, Florida	$6,351	$6,381	91.5%	23.4%
31	Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant, Oklahoma	$6,352	$7,200	33.3%	74.2%
32	California State University-Fresno Fresno, California	$6,480	$6,980	54.8%	95.4%
33	Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus Chillicothe, Ohio	$6,483	$6,178	12.1%
34	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, Texas	$6,500	$9,859	49.3%	87.7%
35	University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras San Juan, Puerto Rico	$6,507	$5,324	52.5%	51.6%
36	New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, New Mexico	$6,747	$8,147	52.2%	78.1%
37	Brigham Young University-Idaho Rexburg, Idaho	$7,131	$4,656	55.1%	95.6%
38	Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights, Kentucky	$7,168	$10,896	48.3%	86.0%
39	University of Alaska Southeast Juneau, Alaska	$7,233	$6,960	31.0%	62.7%
40	Elizabeth City State University Elizabeth City, North Carolina	$7,237	$3,412	48.1%	74.2%
41	Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, North Carolina	$7,360	$3,969	35.2%	81.2%
42	Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, Oklahoma	$7,557	$7,922	26.1%
43	University of the Virgin Islands Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands	$7,563	$5,612	28.6%	96.9%
44	California State University-Northridge Northridge, California	$7,599	$7,095	56.2%	91.2%
45	College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, Missouri	$7,669	$21,290	61.3%	21.1%
46	Western New Mexico University Silver City, New Mexico	$7,912	$7,868	34.9%
47	Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, Florida	$8,001	$4,879	64.3%	81.3%
48	Louisiana State University-Shreveport Shreveport, Louisiana	$8,130	$7,327	33.2%	88.9%
49	University of West Florida Pensacola, Florida	$8,155	$6,360	61.8%	48.0%
50	Indiana University-Southeast New Albany, Indiana	$8,257	$8,179	33.4%	85.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes CUNY schools so cost-effective for mathematics students?

CUNY schools offer net costs ranging from $2,446 to $5,115 while maintaining strong graduation rates like Baruch's 72.10%. The system serves New York's job market where mathematics graduates earn between $26,353 and $61,064 depending on the campus. In-state tuition stays below $7,500 across all CUNY mathematics programs. Seven CUNY campuses appear in this price range, providing multiple location options within the same affordable system.

How do earnings vary between the most and least expensive programs?

Baruch College graduates earn $61,064 despite a net cost of only $2,978, while Berea College graduates earn $17,846 with a net cost of $4,483. This $43,218 earnings gap reflects regional job markets more than program costs. CUNY Brooklyn College produces $49,631 earners at $2,943 net cost, demonstrating strong return on investment. The data shows that lower-cost programs often generate higher earnings due to urban location advantages.

Is Berea College worth considering despite lower graduate earnings?

Berea College offers unique value with its work-study program that eliminates tuition costs for qualifying students. The college maintains a 62% graduation rate and selective 24.58% acceptance rate, indicating academic rigor. While graduates earn $17,846 initially, Berea serves rural Appalachian students who might not otherwise access higher education. The $4,483 net cost remains competitive despite the private nonprofit status.

Does location affect job prospects for mathematics graduates significantly?

New York mathematics graduates earn $26,353 to $61,064 across different CUNY campuses, showing location matters even within one metropolitan area. Texas programs show $44,170 earnings at A&M International while A&M-Central Texas data isn't available for comparison. California State graduates earn $35,276 in Los Angeles, reflecting West Coast market conditions. The $43,218 gap between highest and lowest reported earnings demonstrates regional economic impact.

What acceptance rates can mathematics students expect at these schools?

Acceptance rates range from Berea's selective 24.58% to Texas A&M-Central Texas's open 95.71% admission policy. Most CUNY schools accept 47% to 69% of applicants, providing moderate selectivity with good access. California State universities accept 86% to 89% of mathematics applicants, offering reliable admission chances. Baruch College maintains the most competitive CUNY admission at 49.53% while delivering the highest graduate earnings.

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