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Virginia Tech graduates in Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods command the highest starting salaries at $70,680, while George Mason offers the most affordable path at just $18,287 net cost. This gap reflects Virginia's dual economy where defense contractors like Northrop Grumman and federal agencies demand quantitative analysts willing to pay premium wages. The state's five programs span from UVA's highly selective 18.66% acceptance rate to George Mason's accessible 90% admission policy.
5
Programs
$18,287 – $27,786
Net Price Range
$57,106
Avg. Program Earnings
72.1%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $18,287 $13,815 69.3% 90.0%
2 $22,881 $20,986 95.3% 18.7%
3 $23,262 $38,550 43.6% 76.0%
4 $23,790 $15,478 86.3% 57.0%
5 $27,786 $36,774 65.9% 79.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Virginia Tech worth the extra $5,503 over George Mason?

Virginia Tech graduates earn $70,680 starting salaries compared to George Mason's $63,430, creating a $7,250 annual premium. The 86.30% graduation rate at Virginia Tech also exceeds George Mason's 69.30% completion rate.

How do private college costs compare to public options in Virginia?

Private colleges like Averett and Roanoke charge $27,786 and $23,262 respectively after aid, while public schools range from $18,287 to $23,790. However, Averett graduates earn just $37,208, making public universities better financial investments.

Does UVA offer good value despite its selectivity?

UVA accepts only 18.66% of applicants but delivers a 95.30% graduation rate at $22,881 net cost. This positions it as the middle-priced option among Virginia's five programs while maintaining the highest completion rate.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.