by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in mathematics & statistics at UMass Amherst. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s, Doctoral levels, with undergraduate study also available. At its best it places at #9 out of 13 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, UMass Amherst as a strong choice for mathematics & statistics, coming in at #166 out of 521 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Mathematics & Statistics Schools | 166 of 521 |
| Best Mathematics & Statistics Schools in Massachusetts | 16 of 21 |
| Best Mathematics & Statistics Schools in the New England Region | 30 of 44 |
The following degree levels are granted in mathematics & statistics at UMass Amherst, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 213 |
| Master’s | 46 |
| Doctoral | 10 |
This mathematics & statistics area of study at UMass Amherst breaks down into these majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 220 |
| Applied Mathematics | 34 |
| Statistics | 15 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, University of Massachusetts-Amherst conferred 46 master’s degrees in mathematics & statistics.
UMass Amherst holds a strong position among schools offering mathematics & statistics at the master’s level. Specifically, it ranked #9 out of 13 schools by College Factual.
For the most recent academic year available, 65% of mathematics & statistics master’s degrees went to men and 35% went to women.
The majority of mathematics & statistics master’s degree graduates at UMass Amherst are Non-Resident Alien. Approximately 48% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts-Amherst with a master’s in mathematics & statistics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 22 |
| Other Races | 1 |
During the most recent reporting year, University of Massachusetts-Amherst awarded 10 doctoral degrees in mathematics & statistics.
UMass Amherst is not yet ranked for mathematics & statistics at the doctoral level.
In the most recent graduating class, 90% of mathematics & statistics doctoral degrees went to men and 10% went to women.
The largest share of mathematics & statistics doctoral degree graduates at UMass Amherst were Non-Resident Alien. About 60% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts-Amherst with a doctoral in mathematics & statistics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 0 |
You can also study this field as an undergraduate at UMass Amherst. Annual undergraduate completions by level are shown below.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Mathematics & Statistics | 213 |