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Marshall University stands out among West Virginia's 12 mathematics programs with a net price of just $8,327, making it nearly $11,000 cheaper than the next most affordable option. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with eight of the ten cheapest programs coming from state institutions that benefit from West Virginia's PROMISE Scholarship. The state's growing data analytics sector, particularly in energy and healthcare industries, creates solid demand for mathematics graduates. West Virginia University leads in graduation rates at 61.20%, while maintaining reasonable costs at $12,997 net price.
12
Programs
$8,327 – $19,428
Net Price Range
45.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Mathematics Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $8,327 $8,942 48.7% 96.9%
2 $9,055 $8,454 48.3% 98.5%
3 $9,957 $8,064 36.1% 64.6%
4 $9,983 $9,700 42.3% 91.4%
5 $10,191 $9,049 33.5% 96.2%
6 $12,391 $8,642 49.5% 95.9%
7 $12,997 $9,648 61.2% 88.4%
8 $15,306 $34,816 46.3% 64.9%
9 $16,295 $8,732 60.6% 74.1%
10 $18,148 $33,494 49.5% 96.4%
11 $19,040 $29,475 32.0% 72.7%
12 $19,428 $31,270 36.6% 75.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Marshall University the most affordable mathematics option?

Marshall University offers the lowest net price at $8,327 with a 96.88% acceptance rate. The university's location in Huntington provides access to regional employers while keeping costs down through state funding and the PROMISE Scholarship program.

How do private colleges compare cost-wise for mathematics students?

Private institutions like Bethany College and West Virginia Wesleyan range from $15,306 to $19,428 in net costs. These schools often provide smaller class sizes and personalized attention, with Bethany College showing a 64.92% acceptance rate compared to the 96% average at public schools.

Is West Virginia University worth the higher cost for mathematics?

WVU's $12,997 net price delivers the highest graduation rate at 61.20% among affordable options. The flagship university offers extensive research opportunities and strong industry connections in the state's energy and technology sectors.

Where can mathematics students find the best graduation rates under $15,000?

West Liberty University provides a 60.60% graduation rate at $16,295 net cost, just above the $15,000 threshold. Among schools under $15,000, West Virginia University leads with 61.20% graduation rates despite being the most expensive in that range.

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