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Mathematics at The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $60,011/yr (18% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (65% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (104,900 openings/yr)

ROI 16.8x earnings multiple (4.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #6 of 253 Mathematics programs Top 5%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Mathematics graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$822K	$783K	$647K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	17.6x	16.8x	13.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.8x	4.6x	3.8x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	65%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	73	72	66

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$46,712

Out-of-state: $171,112 (4.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$78,712

-69% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,500

3.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$86,814

45% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

The University of Texas at Austin's Mathematics graduates start at $60,011/yr — above the $50,797 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 16.8x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 21% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mathematics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $19,500 in median debt clears quickly against $60,011 in annual earnings.

The University of Texas at Austin ranks #6 among 253 Mathematics programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

A 45% earnings increase from $60,011 to $86,814 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About The University of Texas at Austin

Admission to The University of Texas at Austin is competitive, with 29% of applicants accepted, one of the larger campuses at 42,100 students in Austin, TX.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Mathematicians $121,680/yr

Data scientists $112,590/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 72/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mathematics at The University of Texas at Austin?

At 72/100, this is a high-performing program. The DegreeOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.

Should I worry about AI if I study Mathematics at The University of Texas at Austin?

The 65% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is The University of Texas at Austin one of the best schools for Mathematics?

Among 253 Mathematics programs, The University of Texas at Austin's #6 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →