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2027 Best Value Applied Mathematics Schools in Illinois

7 Colleges in the United States
$21,262 Avg Student Debt
$73,529 Avg Median Earnings (10yr)
2027 Best Value Applied Mathematics Badge [Applied Mathematics](/majors/mathematics-and-statistics/applied-mathematics/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The best values balance affordable tuition against strong post-graduation earnings.

College Factual analyzed 7 schools to build this 2027 ranking of the best value applied mathematics schools.

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2027 Best Value Applied Mathematics Schools in Illinois

Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in applied mathematics, balancing cost against outcomes.

Best Value Applied Mathematics Schools

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Leading the list is University Of Illinois At Chicago, our #1 best value for applied mathematics in Illinois. Located in the city of Chicago, University Of Illinois At Chicago is a very large public university. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $15,949, while out-of-state students pay about $32,009. Students borrow a median of $20,115 to complete the applied mathematics program here. Applied Mathematics graduates of University Of Illinois At Chicago earn a median of $61,829 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $20,115 median debt. The acceptance rate is 77%.

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A rank of #2 makes University Of Illinois At Springfield one of the best values for applied mathematics. University Of Illinois At Springfield is a moderately-sized public school located in the city of Springfield. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $12,557, compared with $20,139 for out-of-state students. Applied Mathematics graduates carry a median of $24,925 in student loans. Soon after graduation, applied mathematics degree recipients from University Of Illinois At Springfield generally make around $53,344. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 86%.

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A rank of #3 makes University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign one of the best values for applied mathematics. University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign is a very large public school located in the city of Champaign. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $18,267, with out-of-state students paying around $40,096. Applied Mathematics graduates carry a median of $20,778 in student loans. Soon after graduation, applied mathematics degree recipients from University Of Illinois At Urbana Champaign generally make around $57,461. That is a strong return on a $20,778 median debt. The acceptance rate is 42%.

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A rank of #4 makes Northern Illinois University one of the best values for applied mathematics. Located in the suburb of Dekalb, Northern Illinois University is a large public university. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $13,060. Typical student debt for applied mathematics graduates is $25,209. Early-career applied mathematics graduates make about $52,308. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Northern Illinois University admits about 70% of applicants.

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University Of Chicago is a great value for students pursuing a degree in applied mathematics, landing the #5 spot this year. University Of Chicago is a very large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Chicago. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $69,324. Applied Mathematics graduates carry a median of $15,854 in student loans. Early-career applied mathematics graduates make about $81,002. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 4% of applicants are accepted.

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Northwestern University ranked #6 on our 2027 list of the best value applied mathematics schools. Northwestern University is a very large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Evanston. Students from in state pay about $68,322 in tuition and fees. Students borrow a median of $16,616 to complete the applied mathematics program here. Applied Mathematics graduates of Northwestern University earn a median of $94,684 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $16,616 median debt. Roughly 8% of applicants are accepted.

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Depaul University
Chicago, IL

Depaul University earned the #7 position for value in applied mathematics this year. Set in the city of Chicago, Depaul University is a very large private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $45,405. Applied Mathematics graduates carry a median of $25,340 in student loans. Soon after graduation, applied mathematics degree recipients from Depaul University generally make around $81,728. Set against $25,340 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 76%.

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Notes and References

The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. The methodology weighs the cost of a degree against the earnings graduates go on to achieve, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).

Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 7 schools evaluated.

*Averages shown above reflect the top 7 ranked schools only.

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