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Mathematics at Kean University

Union, NJ · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $40,235/yr (-21% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (65% exposed)

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

ROI 11.7x earnings multiple (7.5x out-of-state)

Ranked #187 of 253 Mathematics programs

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	$648K	$630K	$551K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.1x	11.7x	10.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.7x	7.5x	6.5x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	65%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	52	51	51

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$53,704

Out-of-state: $84,304 (7.5x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$48,672

9% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,088

7.8 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$63,214

57% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $40,235 place Kean University below the $50,797 national median for Mathematics — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

With a 11.7x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 15% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mathematics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $26,088 against $40,235/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #187 ranking among 253 Mathematics programs places Kean University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $40,235-to-$63,214 earnings arc over five years reflects a 57% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Kean University

Kean University accepts 77% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, serving 10,842 students in Union, NJ. With 46% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Mathematicians $121,680/yr

Data scientists $112,590/yr

View all 7 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 51/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mathematics at Kean University?

At 51/100, the score looks reasonable — but Mathematics is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study Mathematics at Kean University?

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 Kean University a good choice for Mathematics despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If Kean University's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.

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