Top Mathematics, General Bachelors degree Programs - 2023

A general program that focuses on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships, using symbolic logic and language. Includes instruction in algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations.

Of the 17,853 Mathematics, General degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, 57% percent of whom are men and the other 43% percent are women. Did you know that California has more students graduating with a degree in Mathematics, General than any other state? In fact, California awarded 2,314 degrees last year! The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Mathematics, General is $54,000.

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Top Colleges for Mathematics, General

Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the University of Chicago and Stanford University are three schools well-known for Mathematics, General programs. In fact, there are 70 students at Massachusetts Institute of Technology pursuing a Bachelors degree in Mathematics, General. Take a look at the college options in the table below.

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Careers for Mathematics, General Majors

The highest paying jobs for Mathematics, General majors include Natural Sciences Managers, Mathematicians and Statisticians. However, something else to think about is how many job openings there currently is. Careers that are in high need that a degree in Mathematics, General can prepare you for are Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education, Natural Sciences Managers and Statisticians.

Top Paying Careers for Mathematics, General

  1. Natural Sciences Managers   (Median Wage: $137,900)
  2. Mathematicians   (Median Wage: $108,100)
  3. Statisticians   (Median Wage: $95,570)
  4. Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary   (Median Wage: $77,580)
  5. Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education   (Median Wage: $61,820)

Most in Demand Careers for Mathematics, General

  1. Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
  2. Natural Sciences Managers
  3. Statisticians
  4. Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
  5. Mathematicians