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Mathematics at University of Northern Colorado

Greeley, CO · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $44,668/yr (-12% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (65% exposed)

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

ROI 12.2x earnings multiple (5.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #146 of 253 Mathematics programs

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	$600K	$588K	$525K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.5x	12.2x	10.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.7x	5.6x	5.0x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	65%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	57	56	53

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$48,040

Out-of-state: $104,816 (5.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$73,828

-54% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$11,864

3.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$60,194

35% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $44,668 track close to the $50,797 national median for Mathematics programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

With a 12.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 13% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mathematics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $11,864 in median debt against $44,668 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.

A #146 ranking among 253 Mathematics programs places University of Northern Colorado in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 35% earnings increase from $44,668 to $60,194 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Northern Colorado

University of Northern Colorado has a 86% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, serving 5,693 students in Greeley, CO.

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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 56/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mathematics at University of Northern Colorado?

At 56/100, the score looks reasonable — but Mathematics is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

Should I worry about AI if I study Mathematics at University of Northern Colorado?

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.

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