2026 Best Applied Mathematics Schools in Rhode Island

Applied Mathematics degree programs prepare students for a range of careers in the field. The schools below stand out for the quality of their applied mathematics programs.

College Factual analyzed 4 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the best applied mathematics schools.

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• Best Applied Mathematics Schools in Rhode Island

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Featured Applied Mathematics Programs

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BA in Mathematics

If you have a knack for mathematics and an interest in learning more, study online to achieve your career goals at Southern New Hampshire University. Our mathematics degree can help you enhance your mathematical abilities, including reasoning and problem-solving in three areas: analysis, algebra and statistics.

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BA in Mathematics - Applied Mathematics

Put mathematical concepts to work to solve today's most complex real-world problems by studying applied mathematics with this specialized online bachelor's from Southern New Hampshire University.

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Best Schools for Applied Mathematics in Rhode Island

Below are the schools that deliver the strongest overall applied mathematics education in Rhode Island.

Top Schools in Applied Mathematics

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Brown University
Providence, RI

Doctoral Degree Highest Degree Type

204 Applied Mathematics Degrees Awarded

$99,193 Median Starting Salary

Brown University tops our 2026 ranking of the best applied mathematics schools. This large private not-for-profit university is located in the city of Providence. The six-year graduation rate is 96%. Brown University awarded about 204 applied mathematics degrees in the most recent data year. Soon after graduation, applied mathematics degree recipients from Brown University generally make around $99,193. Brown University graduates carry a median of $10,000 in student loans. See the full applied mathematics program report for Brown University

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Bryant University
Smithfield, RI

Associate's Degree Highest Degree Type

38 Applied Mathematics Degrees Awarded

$64,954 Median Starting Salary

Bryant University came in at #2 on our 2026 list of the best applied mathematics schools. This mid-sized private not-for-profit university is located in the suburb of Smithfield. About 80% of students finish within six years. About 38 applied mathematics degrees were awarded at Bryant University in the most recent year. Soon after graduation, applied mathematics degree recipients from Bryant University generally make around $64,954. Typical student debt for the program is $26,000. Read more about the applied mathematics program at Bryant University

Notes and References

The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on a blend of student outcomes (graduation rate, post-graduation earnings), affordability, and program focus, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).

Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 4 schools evaluated.

• The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE), serves as the core of our data about colleges.
• Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).

More about our data sources and methodologies.