Oregon · Applied Mathematics

Best Applied Mathematics institutions in Oregon, ranked by earnings

The Applied Mathematics program focuses on the practical application of mathematical methods across various fields, including physics, engineering, finance, and biology. This program is ideal for students who are interested in solving…

Institutions
5
offering CIP 27.03
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
63
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
$53,917
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
1
College Scorecard
Median net price
$33,822
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
60%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Mathematicians
BLS OEWS 2024

Top 1 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings

Earnings = median 1 year after graduation (College Scorecard).

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Portland
Portland Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree
$53,917280%$33,822$20,810

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Mathematicians (SOC 15-2021).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
-0.7%
Little or no change
Openings / yr (US)
~100
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$121,680
typically Master's degree

Top skills

MathematicsCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive LearningScienceWriting

What Mathematicians earn in Oregon

Jobs in Oregon
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
Best-paying metro

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Applied Mathematics programs in Oregon.

Which Applied Mathematics program in Oregon has the highest-earning graduates?+

By median earnings one year after graduation (College Scorecard), University of Portland tops the list at $53,917. Compare it against completions, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.

What is the focus of the Applied Mathematics program?+

The Applied Mathematics program focuses on the practical application of mathematical methods across various fields, including physics, engineering, finance, and biology. This program is ideal for students who are interested in solving…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop mathematics, critical thinking, reading comprehension, active learning, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Mathematicians?+

The national job outlook is about -0.7% growth with around 100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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