Best Mathematics Schools in Texas

Texas has 26 colleges offering Mathematics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 985 recent graduates. Graduates earn $46,964 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $45,431.

School choice matters significantly: Southern Methodist University graduates earn $61,814 while St. Mary's University graduates earn $24,035 — a $37,779 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in TX

$46,964

TX Avg. Earnings

$45,431

National Avg.

418

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Mathematics in Texas

Public Schools (21)

$44,982

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (5)

$56,873

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $11,891 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Mathematics Schools in Texas, Ranked by Earnings

Southern Methodist University

Dallas, TX · Private

$61,814

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $68,463

Graduates: 35

Acceptance: 61.2%

Rice University

Houston, TX · Private

$97,071

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 7.9%

Baylor University

Waco, TX · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 51.0%

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX · Public

$53,567

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $50,898

Graduates: 268

Acceptance: 29.1%

East Texas A&M University

Commerce, TX · Public

$47,327

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $47,528

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 92.6%

Texas Tech University

Lubbock, TX · Public

$43,575

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,802

Graduates: 71

Acceptance: 70.9%

The University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson, TX · Public

$42,682

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $46,253

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 65.5%

The University of Texas at Arlington

Arlington, TX · Public

$48,935

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $42,566

Graduates: 51

Acceptance: 81.3%

University of Houston

Houston, TX · Public

$48,767

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,468

Graduates: 83

Acceptance: 69.5%

#10

University of Houston-Downtown

Houston, TX · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $45,921

Graduates: 26

Acceptance: 90.6%

#11

University of North Texas

Denton, TX · Public

$46,193

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $47,358

Graduates: 57

Acceptance: 72.5%

#12

Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, TX · Public

$46,321

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,375

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 85.4%

#13

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Edinburg, TX · Public

$44,276

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $44,430

Graduates: 71

Acceptance: 84.8%

#14

University of Houston-Clear Lake

Houston, TX · Public

$46,321

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,302

Graduates: 26

Acceptance: 75.3%

#15

Texas A&M University-College Station

College Station, TX · Public

$49,527

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,796

Graduates: 29

Acceptance: 63.2%

#16

Stephen F Austin State University

Nacogdoches, TX · Public

Texas State University

San Marcos, TX · Public

$44,170

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $46,466

Graduates: 41

Acceptance: 89.5%

#18

The University of Texas at San Antonio

San Antonio, TX · Public

$39,909

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,941

Graduates: 54

Acceptance: 88.5%

#19

The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, TX · Public

$48,139

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $47,460

Graduates: 41

Acceptance: 99.9%

#20

Texas Woman's University

Denton, TX · Public

$45,207

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $44,972

Graduates: 40

Acceptance: 95.0%

#21

Texas A & M International University

Laredo, TX · Public

Texas Christian University

Fort Worth, TX · Private

Lamar University

Beaumont, TX · Public

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Kingsville, TX · Public

Angelo State University

San Angelo, TX · Public

St. Mary's University

San Antonio, TX · Private

$24,035

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 88.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Mathematics in Texas?

Southern Methodist University ranks #1 for Mathematics in Texas with median graduate earnings of $61,814 within two years of graduation. There are 26 schools offering Mathematics programs in the state.

How much do Mathematics graduates earn in Texas?

Mathematics graduates in Texas earn an average of $46,964 within two years of graduation. This is 3% above the national average of $45,431 for this major.

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

Rice University is the most selective Mathematics program in Texas with an acceptance rate of 7.9%. The average acceptance rate across Mathematics programs in the state is 72.9%.

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

In Texas, private Mathematics programs produce average earnings of $56,873 vs $44,982 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 21 public and 5 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Texas

Chemical Engineering $70,069 Architectural Engineering $69,338 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $68,562 Construction Engineering $68,139 Computer Engineering $65,273 Industrial Engineering $64,917 Computer Science $64,839 Construction Engineering Technologies $63,237

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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.