Applied Mathematics at University of Connecticut

Storrs, CT · Public · Bachelor's Degree
53 /100
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
54
Optimistic
53
Base Case
49
Pessimistic
Earnings $61,741/yr (-1% vs median)
AI Risk Very High (61% exposed)
Job Market Large (87,000 openings/yr)
ROI 7.8x earnings multiple (3.7x out-of-state)
Ranked #38 of 44 Applied Mathematics programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

Optimistic
No Disruption
Base Case
Gradual AI
Pessimistic
Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings $650K $635K $558K
Earnings Multiple (In-State) 8.0x 7.8x 6.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) 3.8x 3.7x 3.2x
Probability of Field Employment 73% 66% 42%
DegreeOutlook Score 54 53 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)
$81,464
Out-of-state: $172,136 (3.7x ROI)
4-Year Net Price (After Aid)
$91,544
-12% less than sticker · See by income
Median Debt at Graduation
$23,495
4.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

At $61,741/yr, Applied Mathematics graduates from University of Connecticut land near the $62,640 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The earnings-to-cost ratio of 7.8x signals a solid financial return — projected decade earnings comfortably exceed the tuition investment.

Some AI exposure exists in Applied Mathematics's typical career paths, with 61% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 14% gap from the optimistic case.

The median debt load of $23,495 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

Ranked #38 of 44 Applied Mathematics programs, University of Connecticut falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.

About University of Connecticut

University of Connecticut accepts 54% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, enrolling 19,147 students in Storrs, CT.

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Top Career Paths

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DegreeOutlook Score for Applied Mathematics at University of Connecticut?
This program scores 53/100 — a respectable number in isolation, but it ranks in the bottom half of Applied Mathematics programs nationally. The field is competitive, and stronger options exist.
Will AI replace Applied Mathematics careers?
With 61% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $558,295 in decade earnings vs $650,486 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →