Best Mathematics Schools in Washington

Washington has 9 colleges offering Mathematics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 322 recent graduates. Graduates in Washington earn $42,766 on average within two years — 6% below the national average of $45,431. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

Schools in WA

$42,766

WA Avg. Earnings

$45,431

National Avg.

418

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Mathematics in Washington

Public Schools (4)

$44,782

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (5)

$40,749

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Washington produce comparable or higher early earnings for Mathematics graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Mathematics Schools in Washington, Ranked by Earnings

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Seattle, WA · Public

$46,869

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,164

Graduates: 84

Acceptance: 42.5%

University of Washington-Bothell Campus

Bothell, WA · Public

$46,869

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,164

Graduates: 84

Acceptance: 91.8%

Seattle University

Seattle, WA · Private

$29,685

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 76.0%

Pacific Lutheran University

Tacoma, WA · Private

$43,426

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $41,580

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 80.5%

University of Puget Sound

Tacoma, WA · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $38,324

Graduates: 76

Acceptance: 76.3%

Whitworth University

Spokane, WA · Private

$43,798

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $46,839

Graduates: 28

Acceptance: 86.8%

Gonzaga University

Spokane, WA · Private

$46,087

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 76.0%

Western Washington University

Bellingham, WA · Public

$41,007

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,832

Graduates: 30

Acceptance: 91.3%

Central Washington University

Ellensburg, WA · Public

$44,384

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 90.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Mathematics in Washington?

University of Washington-Seattle Campus ranks #1 for Mathematics in Washington with median graduate earnings of $46,869 within two years of graduation. There are 9 schools offering Mathematics programs in the state.

How much do Mathematics graduates earn in Washington?

Mathematics graduates in Washington earn an average of $42,766 within two years of graduation. This is 6% below the national average of $45,431 for this major.

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

University of Washington-Seattle Campus is the most selective Mathematics program in Washington with an acceptance rate of 42.5%. The average acceptance rate across Mathematics programs in the state is 79.0%.

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

In Washington, private Mathematics programs produce average earnings of $40,749 vs $44,782 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 public and 5 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Washington

Computer Engineering $108,990 Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions $92,872 Computer Programming $76,998 Computer Science $72,683 Materials Engineering $70,680 Construction Management $70,430 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,987 Computer and Information Sciences, General $66,995

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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.