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Cheapest Mathematics Colleges in North Carolina

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Elizabeth City State University offers the most affordable mathematics program in North Carolina at just $7,237 net cost annually, while UNC Chapel Hill provides the highest earning potential at $48,198 despite costing nearly twice as much. The state's 15 most affordable programs span from $7,237 to $16,487, with public universities dominating the lower cost tiers. North Carolina's mathematics graduates enter a promising job market, particularly in the Research Triangle's tech sector where companies like SAS Institute and Credit Suisse rely heavily on mathematical modeling and data analysis. The cost gap between the most and least expensive options reaches $9,250 annually, yet graduation rates vary dramatically from Shaw University's 20.2% to UNC Chapel Hill's 92.1%. Three schools maintain graduation rates above 70%, while six programs cost under $13,000 per year, making mathematical education accessible across different budget ranges.
44
Programs
$7,237 – $41,048
Net Price Range
$44,061
Avg. Program Earnings
54.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

44 Mathematics Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $7,237 $3,412 48.1% 74.2%
2 $7,360 $3,969 35.2% 81.2%
3 $9,918 $3,571 44.5% 89.7%
4 $10,170 $7,593 57.9% 91.9%
5 $10,980 $6,748 55.3% 56.4%
6 $12,579 $4,532 59.1% 84.8%
7 $12,865 $7,461 55.0% 74.3%
8 $12,983 $8,989 92.1% 17.1%
9 $13,393 $6,735 48.6% 73.4%
10 $14,083 $17,176 20.2% 61.0%
11 $14,745 $7,214 67.7% 79.6%
12 $15,028 $6,542 46.0% 84.4%
13 $15,662 $18,296 27.1% 63.8%
14 $16,189 $27,110 28.5% 86.7%
15 $16,487 $7,541 73.1% 83.1%
16 $16,514 $7,361 62.1% 92.3%
17 $16,931 $8,895 84.6% 47.2%
18 $17,893 $25,950 47.5% 74.6%
19 $18,127 $60,300 91.9% 17.0%
20 $18,165 $35,536 40.4% 68.4%
21 $18,210 $33,400 52.1% 67.1%
22 $18,835 $32,236 56.3% 87.5%
23 $19,314 $20,400 40.8% 84.3%
24 $19,472 $7,317 70.7% 68.8%
25 $20,011 $20,480 34.1% 25.3%
26 $20,197 $43,936 65.0% 73.2%
27 $20,313 $37,270 41.9% 74.2%
28 $21,200 $41,140 47.7% 83.5%
29 $21,371 $40,196 46.8% 86.2%
30 $21,376 $31,250 39.0% 39.9%
31 $21,953 $33,930 42.6% 69.1%
32 $22,858 $19,140 20.6% 44.6%
33 $23,393 $30,900 51.0% 82.9%
34 $23,613 $19,500 46.4% 97.2%
35 $23,665 $35,600 51.5% 94.6%
36 $23,719 $40,290 43.2% 84.0%
37 $23,991 $40,410 55.9% 88.6%
38 $24,137 $33,450 61.7% 75.0%
39 $24,978 $39,664 40.1% 75.7%
40 $27,786 $43,285 65.9% 71.3%
41 $28,746 $64,758 90.9% 21.4%
42 $34,454 $65,805 95.8% 6.4%
43 $40,721 $44,208 70.0% 78.9%
44 $41,048 $44,536 83.0% 74.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Elizabeth City State University the most affordable mathematics option?

Elizabeth City State University charges just $7,237 in net costs annually, with in-state tuition of only $3,412. The school maintains a 74.15% acceptance rate and achieves a 48.10% graduation rate. This combination of low costs and reasonable outcomes makes it the most budget-friendly mathematics program in the state.

How do graduation rates compare across the most affordable programs?

Graduation rates vary significantly among affordable mathematics programs, ranging from Shaw University's 20.2% to UNC Chapel Hill's 92.1%. Appalachian State leads affordable options with 73.10%, followed by UNC Charlotte at 67.70% and Western Carolina at 59.10%. The top-performing schools typically cost $12,000-16,000 annually while maintaining strong completion rates.

Does attending UNC Chapel Hill justify the higher cost for mathematics students?

UNC Chapel Hill graduates earn $48,198 annually, the highest among all programs, while maintaining a 92.10% graduation rate and carrying just $15,127 in debt. At $12,983 net cost, the school costs $5,746 more than Elizabeth City State but offers significantly higher earning potential. The 17.11% acceptance rate makes admission highly competitive.

Where do the most affordable private mathematics programs rank?

Shaw University leads private options at $14,083 net cost, though it struggles with a 20.2% graduation rate and 61.03% acceptance rate. Livingstone College follows at $15,662 with a 27.1% graduation rate, while Chowan University costs $16,189 with a 28.5% completion rate. All three private schools significantly underperform compared to public alternatives in both cost and outcomes.

What debt levels can mathematics students expect from these programs?

Student debt varies considerably among affordable programs, from UNC Chapel Hill's low $15,127 to Western Carolina's $26,000. North Carolina A&T graduates carry $24,696 in debt, while UNC Asheville students owe $24,000 on average. The data suggests that higher-performing schools often maintain lower debt levels, with UNC Chapel Hill and Appalachian State both keeping debt under $17,000.

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