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Mathematics at Amherst College

Amherst, MA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $78,500/yr (55% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (65% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (104,900 openings/yr)

ROI 4.0x earnings multiple

Ranked #45 of 253 Mathematics programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Mathematics graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$1,169K	$1,089K	$837K
Earnings Multiple	4.3x	4.0x	3.1x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	65%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	68	66	61

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$269,120

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$72,984

73% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$13,900

2.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$125,945

60% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $78,500 per year, Mathematics graduates from Amherst College significantly outpace the $50,797 national average for this major, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

At 4.0x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

The 28% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mathematics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $13,900 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

Amherst College ranks #45 among 253 Mathematics programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The $78,500-to-$125,945 earnings arc over five years reflects a 60% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Amherst College

With just 10% of applicants admitted, Amherst College ranks among the nation's most selective schools, with a smaller student body of 1,907 in Amherst, MA. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $72,984 — 73% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Mathematicians $121,680/yr

Data scientists $112,590/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 66/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mathematics at Amherst College?

At 66/100, Amherst College's Mathematics program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Mathematics at Amherst College?

The 65% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is Amherst College one of the best schools for Mathematics?

Among 253 Mathematics programs, Amherst College's #45 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

What do students actually pay for Mathematics at Amherst College?

The 73% gap between sticker price and net cost means most students pay far less than $269,120. At a net cost of $72,984, the earnings multiple improves substantially.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →