by our College Data Analytics Team
[Applied Mathematics](/majors/mathematics-and-statistics/applied-mathematics/) programs reward a close look at where graduates go on to earn the most. The schools below stand out for the salaries their applied mathematics graduates go on to command.
College Factual analyzed 4 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the highest-paying applied mathematics schools.
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If you want to know which schools send applied mathematics graduates into the highest-paying careers, see the list below.
Leading the list is Robert Morris University, our #1 for applied mathematics graduate salaries in Pennsylvania. Located in the suburb of Moon Township, Robert Morris University is a private not-for-profit institution. Applied Mathematics graduates of Robert Morris University earn a median of about $88,367 a year early in their careers.
University Of Pittsburgh Bradford produces some of the highest-paid graduates in applied mathematics, landing the #2 spot this year. Set in the town of Bradford, University Of Pittsburgh Bradford is a public institution. Students who complete the applied mathematics program here go on to a median salary of roughly $90,036.
Students chasing top earnings in applied mathematics will find them at University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg, which ranked #3. Located in the suburb of Greensburg, University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg is a public institution. After graduating, applied mathematics degree recipients from University Of Pittsburgh Greensburg typically earn about $90,036 annually.
Students chasing top earnings in applied mathematics will find them at University Of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Campus, which ranked #4. University Of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Campus is a public school located in the city of Pittsburgh. After graduating, applied mathematics degree recipients from University Of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Campus typically earn about $90,036 annually.
This ranking is produced by College Factual, 2026 edition. Schools are ranked on the median early-career earnings of their applied mathematics graduates, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard field-of-study earnings and IPEDS).
Ranking method: College Major Earnings · 4 schools evaluated.
*Salary figures reflect median early-career earnings (about 5 years after graduation) and may vary by how long a person takes to complete their degree.
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