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#1

#1 Best College for Computational Mathematics in the U.S.

California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA

On average, Caltech receives 16,600 applications each year, with 3% (or 450) resulting in acceptance.

Acceptance Rate

3%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,540–1,590

Est. Net Price *

$20,755

Median Starting Salary

$50,821
#2

#2 Best College for Computational Mathematics in the U.S.

Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA

In general, Carnegie Mellon University is a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,500–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$33,499

Median Starting Salary

$59,827
#3

#3 Best College for Computational Mathematics in the U.S.

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN

Middle Tennessee State University is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,020–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,062

Median Starting Salary

$57,535
#4

#4 Best College for Computational Mathematics in the U.S.

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD

South Dakota State University is a non selective school. They receive roughly 6,400 applications every...

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,010–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$18,160

Median Starting Salary

$63,071
#5

#5 Best College for Computational Mathematics in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, NC

In general, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$10,979

Median Starting Salary

$58,168
#6

#6 Best College for Computational Mathematics in the U.S.

Morgan State University
Baltimore, MD

Morgan State University is known for being a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

890–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$13,956

Median Starting Salary

$58,108
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About Computational Mathematics

A program that focuses on the application of mathematics to the theory, architecture, and design of computers, computational techniques, and algorithms. Includes instruction in computer theory, cybernetics, numerical analysis, algorithm development, binary structures, combinatorics, advanced statistics, and related topics.

While Computational Mathematics has degrees up to the Masters degree, most students earn a Bachelors degree. Students study Computational Mathematics all around the US, though the major at the Doctors degree research scholarship level sees the most graduates in Tennessee. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Computational Mathematics is $56,100.

Popularity of Computational Mathematics Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying jobs for Computational Mathematics majors include Mathematicians, Natural Sciences Managers . However, another thing to think about is how much demand there is for certain jobs. Careers that are in high need that a degree in Computational Mathematics can prepare you for are Natural Sciences Managers, Mathematicians .

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Computational Mathematics majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Computational Mathematics majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
17
Female Students
2 (11%)
Male Students
15 (88%)

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