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Mathematics at Purdue University-Main Campus

West Lafayette, IN · Public · Bachelor's Degree
54 /100
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
55
Optimistic
54
Base Case
49
Pessimistic
Earnings $49,387/yr (-3% vs median)
AI Risk Very High (65% exposed)
Job Market Very Large (104,900 openings/yr)
ROI 13.5x earnings multiple (4.7x out-of-state)
Ranked #168 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 $547K $540K $495K
Earnings Multiple (In-State) 13.7x 13.5x 12.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) 4.7x 4.7x 4.3x
Probability of Field Employment 73% 65% 40%
DegreeOutlook Score 55 54 49

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$39,968
Out-of-state: $115,176 (4.7x ROI)
4-Year Net Price (After Aid)
$55,780
-40% less than sticker · See by income
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,820
4.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $49,387 track close to the $50,797 national median for Mathematics programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

With a 13.5x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 9% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mathematics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $18,820 in median debt against $49,387 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.

A #168 ranking among 253 Mathematics programs places Purdue University-Main Campus in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About Purdue University-Main Campus

With a 50% acceptance rate, Purdue University-Main Campus is moderately selective, one of the larger campuses at 39,637 students in West Lafayette, IN.

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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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Mathematics at Other Schools

Duke University ($121,088) Tufts University ($110,512) Massachusetts Institute of Technology ($109,288) Dartmouth College ($108,255) Vanderbilt University ($103,812) University of Chicago ($100,421) Bowdoin College ($90,213) Georgetown University ($88,081)

Other Majors at Purdue University-Main Campus

Computer Science ($94,786) Computer Engineering ($89,965) Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering ($84,300) Industrial Engineering ($81,379) Chemical Engineering ($81,105) Mechanical Engineering ($80,374) Materials Engineering ($78,265) Construction Engineering ($76,966)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 54/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mathematics at Purdue University-Main Campus?
At 54/100, 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 Purdue University-Main Campus?
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.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →