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Mathematics at University of California-Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $38,449/yr (-24% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (65% exposed)

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

ROI 17.6x earnings multiple (5.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #121 of 253 Mathematics programs Top 50%

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	$1,029K	$966K	$761K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	18.7x	17.6x	13.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.8x	5.4x	4.3x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	65%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	59	58	59

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$54,988

Out-of-state: $178,096 (5.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$56,052

-2% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$14,920

4.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$91,295

137% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,449 place University of California-Los Angeles below the $50,797 national median for Mathematics — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

With a 17.6x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 26% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mathematics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

With first-year pay of $38,449 far exceeding the $14,920 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #121 ranking among 253 Mathematics programs places University of California-Los Angeles in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $38,449-to-$91,295 earnings arc over five years reflects a 137% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of California-Los Angeles

University of California-Los Angeles's 9% admission rate places it in the top tier of selectivity nationally, one of the larger campuses at 33,040 students in Los Angeles, CA.

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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 58/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mathematics at University of California-Los Angeles?

At 58/100, University of California-Los Angeles's Mathematics program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Mathematics at University of California-Los Angeles?

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 University of California-Los Angeles a good choice for Mathematics despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If University of California-Los Angeles's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.

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