Mathematics
Bachelor's degree · Duke University · Durham, NC
$121,088Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$297,029Median earnings 4 years after
$131,658Median earnings 5 years after
$9,500Median federal debt
83Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mathematics at Duke University earn a median of $121,088 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $69,562 four years after graduating (middle half: $49,058–$97,414). Median debt is $9,500, about 8% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Mathematics (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $53,402 | $15,127 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $43,585 | $19,949 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $42,740 | $22,574 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $40,888 | $19,097 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $40,856 | $16,500 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $34,802 | $26,000 |
| University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville | $33,651 | $24,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $24,619 | $18,759 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Mathematics graduates from Duke University make?
The median salary is $121,088 one year after graduation and $131,658 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.