by our College Data Analytics Team
[Mathematics](/majors/mathematics-and-statistics/mathematics/) programs reward a close look at where your money goes furthest. A high-value program keeps cost low while graduates go on to earn well.
College Factual analyzed 18 schools to build this 2027 ranking of the best value mathematics schools.
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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.
Leading the list is Utah Valley University, our #1 best value for mathematics in the Rocky Mountains Region. Set in the city of Orem, Utah Valley University is a very large public institution. Students from in state pay about $6,507 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $18,489. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $16,478 in student loans. Early-career mathematics graduates make about $51,242. That is a strong return on a $16,478 median debt.
Brigham Young University Idaho came in at #2 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics schools. Set in the town of Rexburg, Brigham Young University Idaho is a very large private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $4,800. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $13,287 in student loans. Mathematics graduates of Brigham Young University Idaho earn a median of $43,853 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $13,287 median debt. Brigham Young University Idaho admits about 96% of applicants.
Weber State University is a great value for students pursuing a degree in mathematics, landing the #3 spot this year. Weber State University is a very large public school located in the city of Ogden. Students from in state pay about $6,557 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $17,545. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $19,176. Mathematics graduates of Weber State University earn a median of $53,920 early in their careers. Set against $19,176 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff.
University Of Colorado Denver is a great value for students pursuing a degree in mathematics, landing the #4 spot this year. Set in the city of Denver, University Of Colorado Denver is a very large public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $10,383, compared with $29,391 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $27,000. Mathematics graduates of University Of Colorado Denver earn a median of $52,695 early in their careers. Set against $27,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 75%.
Students looking for strong value in mathematics will find it at Utah State University, which ranked #5. Utah State University is a very large public school located in the city of Logan. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $8,560, while out-of-state students pay about $24,993. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $16,191 in student loans. Mathematics graduates of Utah State University earn a median of $50,348 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $16,191 median debt. The acceptance rate is 92%.
Brigham Young University Provo placed #6 among the best values for mathematics. Set in the city of Provo, Brigham Young University Provo is a very large private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $6,688. Students borrow a median of $12,184 to complete the mathematics program here. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Brigham Young University Provo generally make around $54,507. That is a strong return on a $12,184 median debt. Brigham Young University Provo admits about 68% of applicants.
Mesa State College ranked #7 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics schools. Located in the city of Grand Junction, Mesa State College is a large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $9,927, with out-of-state students paying around $25,124. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $22,310 in student loans. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Mesa State College generally make around $43,617. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Mesa State College admits about 82% of applicants.
Metropolitan State College Of Denver ranked #8 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics schools. Set in the city of Denver, Metropolitan State College Of Denver is a very large public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $11,124, while out-of-state students pay about $30,684. Students borrow a median of $33,279 to complete the mathematics program here. Mathematics graduates of Metropolitan State College Of Denver earn a median of $48,997 early in their careers. Set against $33,279 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 99% of applicants are accepted.
University Of Colorado At Colorado Springs came in at #9 for value in mathematics this year. Set in the city of Colorado Springs, University Of Colorado At Colorado Springs is a large public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $10,906, while out-of-state students pay about $25,039. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $22,500. Mathematics graduates of University Of Colorado At Colorado Springs earn a median of $37,197 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $22,500 median debt. Roughly 97% of applicants are accepted.
University Of Utah ranked #10 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics schools. Set in the city of Salt Lake City, University Of Utah is a very large public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,620, compared with $30,860 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $24,625 to complete the mathematics program here. Early-career mathematics graduates make about $48,842. Set against $24,625 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. University Of Utah admits about 86% of applicants.
The University Of Montana ranked #11 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics schools. The University Of Montana is a large public school located in the city of Missoula. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $8,552, while out-of-state students pay about $33,671. Students borrow a median of $24,342 to complete the mathematics program here. Mathematics graduates of The University Of Montana earn a median of $42,654 early in their careers. Set against $24,342 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The University Of Montana admits about 96% of applicants.
University Of Northern Colorado came in at #12 for value in mathematics this year. Located in the city of Greeley, University Of Northern Colorado is a large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $11,901, with out-of-state students paying around $26,979. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $20,700 in student loans. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from University Of Northern Colorado generally make around $44,668. That is a strong return on a $20,700 median debt. University Of Northern Colorado admits about 86% of applicants.
Colorado State University Fort Collins earned the #13 position for value in mathematics this year. Located in the city of Fort Collins, Colorado State University Fort Collins is a very large public university. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $13,373, with out-of-state students paying around $35,061. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $21,020. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Colorado State University Fort Collins generally make around $47,835. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Colorado State University Fort Collins admits about 88% of applicants.
Boise State University landed the #14 spot for mathematics value this year. Set in the city of Boise, Boise State University is a very large public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $9,048, compared with $27,788 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $24,311. Mathematics graduates of Boise State University earn a median of $49,059 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $24,311 median debt. Boise State University admits about 87% of applicants.
Montana State University placed #15 among the best values for mathematics. Set in the city of Bozeman, Montana State University is a large public institution. Students from in state pay about $8,460 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $33,287. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $24,000. Mathematics graduates of Montana State University earn a median of $44,769 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 82%.
University Of Colorado Boulder ranked #16 on our 2027 list of the best value mathematics schools. University Of Colorado Boulder is a very large public school located in the city of Boulder. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $15,214, while out-of-state students pay about $42,970. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $20,960 in student loans. Early-career mathematics graduates make about $41,176. Set against $20,960 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. University Of Colorado Boulder admits about 78% of applicants.
Colorado College placed #17 among the best values for mathematics. Colorado College is a mid-sized private not-for-profit school located in the city of Colorado Springs. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $70,734. Typical student debt for mathematics graduates is $17,921. Early-career mathematics graduates make about $37,342. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 18%.
University Of Denver placed #18 among the best values for mathematics. University Of Denver is a large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Denver. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $61,398. Students borrow a median of $22,534 to complete the mathematics program here. Early-career mathematics graduates make about $56,999. Set against $22,534 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. University Of Denver admits about 78% of applicants.
The ranking above is published 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 · 18 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 18 ranked schools only.
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