by our College Data Analytics Team
[Mathematics](/majors/mathematics-and-statistics/mathematics/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The best values balance affordable tuition against strong post-graduation earnings.
To produce this 2027 ranking, College Factual evaluated 8 schools on the balance of cost and outcomes for mathematics students.
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If you want to know which schools deliver the best value for the mathematics degrees they offer, see the list below.
Our analysis ranked Capital Community College the best value for a degree in mathematics in Connecticut. Capital Community College is a very large public school located in the city of New Britain. Students from in state pay about $5,338 in tuition and fees, compared with $15,596 for out-of-state students. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $12,059 in student loans. Early-career mathematics graduates make about $43,086. That is a strong return on a $12,059 median debt.
Students looking for strong value in mathematics will find it at Central Connecticut State University, which ranked #2. Central Connecticut State University is a large public school located in the suburb of New Britain. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $13,050, with out-of-state students paying around $16,550. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $25,000. Mathematics graduates of Central Connecticut State University earn a median of $48,660 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Central Connecticut State University admits about 73% of applicants.
Yale University is a great value for students pursuing a degree in mathematics, landing the #3 spot this year. Yale University is a large private not-for-profit school located in the city of New Haven. In-state tuition and fees average $67,250. Students borrow a median of $14,357 to complete the mathematics program here. Mathematics graduates of Yale University earn a median of $74,578 early in their careers. Set against $14,357 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 4%.
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Southern Connecticut State University earned it the #4 place for mathematics. Southern Connecticut State University is a large public school located in the city of New Haven. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $13,442, compared with $16,942 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $24,660. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Southern Connecticut State University generally make around $50,876. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 92%.
A rank of #5 makes Eastern Connecticut State University one of the best values for mathematics. Set in the town of Willimantic, Eastern Connecticut State University is a mid-sized public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $13,928, with out-of-state students paying around $17,426. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $21,897. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Eastern Connecticut State University generally make around $45,858. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 83% of applicants are accepted.
University Of Connecticut landed the #6 spot for mathematics value this year. Set in the town of Storrs, University Of Connecticut is a very large public institution. Students from in state pay about $21,044 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $43,712. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $23,750. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from University Of Connecticut generally make around $53,284. That is a strong return on a $23,750 median debt. University Of Connecticut admits about 52% of applicants.
Wesleyan University ranked #7 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics schools. Wesleyan University is a mid-sized private not-for-profit school located in the city of Middletown. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $70,042. Students borrow a median of $16,125 to complete the mathematics program here. Mathematics graduates of Wesleyan University earn a median of $39,764 early in their careers. Set against $16,125 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 16% of applicants are accepted.
Trinity College ranked #8 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics schools. Trinity College is a mid-sized private not-for-profit school located in the city of Hartford. Students from in state pay about $70,770 in tuition and fees. Students borrow a median of $23,667 to complete the mathematics program here. Mathematics graduates of Trinity College earn a median of $63,076 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $23,667 median debt. Roughly 29% of applicants are accepted.
This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · 8 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 8 ranked schools only.
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