Applied Mathematics

Master's degree · Vanderbilt University · Nashville, TN

CIP 27.03

$134,475Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$216,406Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$61,500Median federal debt

146Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Applied Mathematics at Vanderbilt University earn a median of $134,475 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $116,060 four years after graduating (middle half: $85,199–$161,426). Median debt is $61,500, about 46% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Applied Mathematics graduates from Vanderbilt University make?

The median salary is $134,475 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $61,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.