2026 Best Value Applied Mathematics Schools in Missouri
[Applied Mathematics](/majors/mathematics-and-statistics/applied-mathematics/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. The schools below stand out for delivering a strong applied mathematics education at a price that pays off.
For its 2026 best-value ranking, College Factual looked at 8 schools to find the best return on investment for applied mathematics students.
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Featured Applied Mathematics Programs
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
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 Applied Mathematics Schools in Missouri
Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in applied mathematics, balancing cost against outcomes.
Best Value Applied Mathematics Schools
Leading the list is University Of Missouri Kansas City, our #1 best value for applied mathematics in Missouri. Located in the city of Kansas City, University Of Missouri Kansas City is a large public university. In-state tuition and fees average $13,371, with out-of-state students paying around $32,271. Students borrow a median of $23,741 to complete the applied mathematics program here. Early-career applied mathematics graduates make about $60,324. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Missouri Kansas City admits about 72% of applicants.
Students looking for strong value in applied mathematics will find it at Missouri University Of Science And Technology, which ranked #2. Set in the town of Rolla, Missouri University Of Science And Technology is a moderately-sized public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $14,984, compared with $33,248 for out-of-state students. Typical student debt for applied mathematics graduates is $24,107. Applied Mathematics graduates of Missouri University Of Science And Technology earn a median of $36,756 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 72%.
Washington University In St Louis is a great value for students pursuing a degree in applied mathematics, landing the #3 spot this year. Set in the suburb of St. Louis, Washington University In St Louis is a large private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $65,790. Students borrow a median of $17,553 to complete the applied mathematics program here. Applied Mathematics graduates of Washington University In St Louis earn a median of $68,303 early in their careers. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 12%.
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Notes and References
The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. The methodology weighs the cost of a degree against the earnings graduates go on to achieve, 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 3 ranked schools only.
- 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.
