Best Mathematics Schools in Massachusetts

Massachusetts has 20 colleges offering Mathematics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 678 recent graduates. Graduates in Massachusetts earn $54,189 on average within two years — 19% above the national average of $45,431, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: Massachusetts Institute of Technology graduates earn $117,572 while Smith College graduates earn $29,685 — a $87,887 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in MA

$54,189

MA Avg. Earnings

$45,431

National Avg.

418

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Mathematics in Massachusetts

Public Schools (8)

$43,493

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (12)

$59,537

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $16,044 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Mathematics Schools in Massachusetts, Ranked by Earnings

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Cambridge, MA · Private

$117,572

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $82,796

Graduates: 36

Acceptance: 4.7%

Williams College

Williamstown, MA · Private

$53,358

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $55,217

Graduates: 39

Acceptance: 10.0%

Northeastern University

Boston, MA · Private

$64,196

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $69,773

Graduates: 37

Acceptance: 5.7%

Amherst College

Amherst, MA · Private

$67,660

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $64,970

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 9.8%

Boston College

Chestnut Hill, MA · Private

$70,596

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $61,790

Graduates: 59

Acceptance: 15.7%

Bentley University

Waltham, MA · Private

$63,997

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 48.4%

College of the Holy Cross

Worcester, MA · Private

$52,733

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $50,599

Graduates: 61

Acceptance: 21.1%

Brandeis University

Waltham, MA · Private

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,431

Graduates: 21

Acceptance: 35.3%

Boston University

Boston, MA · Private

$47,260

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,129

Graduates: 35

Acceptance: 10.8%

#10

University of Massachusetts-Amherst

Amherst, MA · Public

$49,019

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,522

Graduates: 149

Acceptance: 57.8%

#11

University of Massachusetts-Lowell

Lowell, MA · Public

$45,696

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,857

Graduates: 43

Acceptance: 85.2%

#12

Framingham State University

Framingham, MA · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,539

Graduates: 27

Acceptance: 84.9%

#13

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester, MA · Private

$63,005

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $57,292

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 58.5%

#14

Salem State University

Salem, MA · Public

$38,289

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,673

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 95.6%

#15

Worcester State University

Worcester, MA · Public

Westfield State University

Westfield, MA · Public

$42,682

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,968

Graduates: 16

Acceptance: 80.7%

#17

Bridgewater State University

Bridgewater, MA · Public

$44,077

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,918

Graduates: 79

Acceptance: 89.2%

#18

Assumption University

Worcester, MA · Private

University of Massachusetts-Boston

Boston, MA · Public

Smith College

Northampton, MA · Private

$29,685

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 19.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Mathematics in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology ranks #1 for Mathematics in Massachusetts with median graduate earnings of $117,572 within two years of graduation. There are 20 schools offering Mathematics programs in the state.

How much do Mathematics graduates earn in Massachusetts?

Mathematics graduates in Massachusetts earn an average of $54,189 within two years of graduation. This is 19% above the national average of $45,431 for this major.

What is the hardest Mathematics school to get into in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology is the most selective Mathematics program in Massachusetts with an acceptance rate of 4.7%. The average acceptance rate across Mathematics programs in the state is 49.6%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Mathematics in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, private Mathematics programs produce average earnings of $59,537 vs $43,493 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 8 public and 12 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Massachusetts

Computer Science $83,997 Computer Engineering $80,525 Applied Mathematics $79,258 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $77,562 Chemical Engineering $70,218 Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other $66,917 Computer and Information Sciences, General $65,613 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $61,172

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.