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Featured 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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2026 Best Value Mathematics Schools in Michigan
Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in mathematics, balancing cost against outcomes.
Best Value Mathematics Schools
Leading the list is University Of Michigan Dearborn, our #1 best value for mathematics in Michigan. University Of Michigan Dearborn is a moderately-sized public school located in the city of Dearborn. In-state tuition and fees average $15,640, while out-of-state students pay about $32,896. Students borrow a median of $26,516 to complete the mathematics program here. Early-career mathematics graduates make about $62,536. Set against $26,516 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 56% of applicants are accepted.
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Oakland University earned it the #2 place for mathematics. Set in the suburb of Rochester Hills, Oakland University is a large public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $17,167, compared with $24,735 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $25,972 to complete the mathematics program here. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Oakland University generally make around $54,785. That is a strong return on a $25,972 median debt. Oakland University admits about 88% of applicants.
Students looking for strong value in mathematics will find it at University Of Michigan Ann Arbor, which ranked #3. University Of Michigan Ann Arbor is a very large public school located in the city of Ann Arbor. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $18,848, while out-of-state students pay about $63,081. Students borrow a median of $21,589 to complete the mathematics program here. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from University Of Michigan Ann Arbor generally make around $80,676. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 16% of applicants are accepted.
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Central Michigan University earned it the #4 place for mathematics. Set in the town of Mount Pleasant, Central Michigan University is a large public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $15,480. Students borrow a median of $27,857 to complete the mathematics program here. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Central Michigan University generally make around $50,688. Set against $27,857 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Central Michigan University admits about 90% of applicants.
Wayne State University came in at #5 on our 2026 list of the best value mathematics schools. Wayne State University is a very large public school located in the city of Detroit. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $16,159, compared with $34,650 for out-of-state students. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $27,000 in student loans. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Wayne State University generally make around $55,469. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 81% of applicants are accepted.
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Grand Valley State University landed the #6 spot for mathematics value this year. Located in the town of Allendale, Grand Valley State University is a very large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $15,502, with out-of-state students paying around $21,894. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $27,000 in student loans. Soon after graduation, mathematics degree recipients from Grand Valley State University generally make around $45,349. Set against $27,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 83%.
Aquinas College Michigan placed #7 among the best values for mathematics. Located in the city of Grand Rapids, Aquinas College Michigan is a small private not-for-profit university. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $40,218. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $25,925 in student loans. Mathematics graduates of Aquinas College Michigan earn a median of $40,708 early in their careers. That is a strong return on a $25,925 median debt. Aquinas College Michigan admits about 90% of applicants.
Michigan State University ranked #8 on our 2026 list of the best value mathematics schools. Michigan State University is a very large public school located in the city of East Lansing. Students from in state pay about $18,079 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $44,850. Mathematics graduates carry a median of $21,500 in student loans. Early-career mathematics graduates make about $47,951. That is a strong return on a $21,500 median debt. The acceptance rate is 85%.
[Mathematics](/majors/mathematics-and-statistics/mathematics/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong mathematics education at a price that pays off.
