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Mathematics & Statistics at Northwestern University

138 Bachelor's Degrees
39 Master's Degrees
24 Doctor's Degrees
We've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how Northwestern ranks among other schools offering degrees in mathematics & statistics.

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Mathematics & Statistics Degrees Available at Northwestern

Northwestern Mathematics & Statistics Rankings

In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for mathematics & statistics majors, Northwestern came in at #12. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #2 in Illinois.

Ranking Type Rank
Best Mathematics & Statistics Doctor’s Degree Schools 7
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $30-$48k) 8
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $48-$75k) 9
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $75-$110k) 11
Best Value Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $48-$75k) 12
Best Mathematics & Statistics Bachelor’s Degree Schools 12
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $48-$75k) 12
Best Mathematics & Statistics Schools 12
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $48-$75k) 13
Best Mathematics & Statistics Graduate Degree Schools 13
Best Value Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $30-$48k) 14
Best Value Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $75-$110k) 15
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $75-$110k) 15
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $30-$48k) 15
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $30-$48k) 16
Best Mathematics & Statistics Master’s Degree Schools 16
Highest Paid Doctor’s Degree Mathematics & Statistics Graduates 16
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $75-$110k) 17
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $0-$30k) 17
Highest Paid Master’s Degree Mathematics & Statistics Graduates 21
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $0-$30k) 21
Best Value Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $0-$30k) 25
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income $0-$30k) 25
Highest Paid Mathematics & Statistics Graduates 27
Highest Paid Bachelor’s Degree Mathematics & Statistics Graduates 29
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (With Aid) 74
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income Over $110k) 111
Best Value Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics 121
Best Mathematics & Statistics Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 128
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (With Aid) 141
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (With Aid) 147
Best Value Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (With Aid) 152
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income Over $110k) 179
Best Value Graduate Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics 191
Best Value Master’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics 193
Best Mathematics & Statistics Graduate Degree Colleges for Veterans 198
Best Mathematics & Statistics Master’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 200
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income Over $110k) 219
Best Value Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics (Income Over $110k) 223
Best Mathematics & Statistics Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans 263
Best Value Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics 265
Best Mathematics & Statistics Colleges for Veterans 268
Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for Mathematics & Statistics 274

Popularity of Mathematics & Statistics at Northwestern

During the 2020-2021 academic year, Northwestern University handed out 138 bachelor's degrees in mathematics & statistics. This is a decrease of 15% over the previous year when 162 degrees were handed out.

In 2021, 39 students received their master’s degree in mathematics & statistics from Northwestern. This makes it the #86 most popular school for mathematics & statistics master’s degree candidates in the country.

In addition, 24 students received their doctoral degrees in mathematics & statistics in 2021, making the school the #22 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.

Northwestern Mathematics & Statistics Students

Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the mathematics & statistics majors at Northwestern University.

Northwestern Mathematics & Statistics Bachelor’s Program

For the most recent academic year available, 66% of mathematics & statistics bachelor's degrees went to men and 34% went to women.

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The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern University with a bachelor's in mathematics & statistics.

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Ethnic Background Number of Students
Asian 27
Black or African American 2
Hispanic or Latino 6
White 49
Non-Resident Aliens 38
Other Races 16

Northwestern Mathematics & Statistics Master’s Program

In the 2020-2021 academic year, 39 students earned a master's degree in mathematics & statistics from Northwestern. About 49% of these graduates were women and the other 51% were men.

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The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern University with a master's in mathematics & statistics.

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Ethnic Background Number of Students
Asian 2
Black or African American 0
Hispanic or Latino 1
White 8
Non-Resident Aliens 27
Other Races 1

Mathematics & Statistics Majors

Mathematics & Statistics students may decide to major in one of the following focus areas. Individual majors may not be available for all degree levels.

Major Annual Graduates
Applied Mathematics 70
Statistics 66
Mathematics 65

Related Major Annual Graduates
Engineering 813
Biological & Biomedical Sciences 341
Physical Sciences 146
Engineering Technologies 119
Natural Resources & Conservation 50

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