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STUDY MATHEMATICS FOR THE LOVE OF IT
Students pursuing the B.S. in Mathematics acquire depth in several key areas of mathematics, suitable as preparation for graduate study as well as immediate technically-oriented careers in business and government. Students interested in acquiring breadth in the liberal arts and less depth in mathematics can pursue the B.A. in Mathematics. Training in mathematics develops analytical and problem-solving skills that can be widely applied, and students with a degree in Mathematics frequently find rewarding careers that do not use the word “mathematician” in the job title.
RELATED MAJORS
AREAS OF STUDY
- Linear Algebra
- Differential Equations
- Abstract Algebra
- Discrete Mathematics
- Analysis
- Computational Mathematics
- Probability and Statistics
- Mathematical Modeling
CAREER OPTIONS
- Data Scientist
- Mathematical Scientist
- Cryptanalyst/Cryptographer
- Statistician
- Professor
- Software Engineer
- Financial Analyst
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Mathematics
- Applied Mathematics
- Data Science
- Statistics
- Operations Research
- Computer Science
- Physics
What’s special about this program?
Our programs for the B.S. and B.A. in Mathematics are competitive with those offered at any major university. In addition to coursework, there are numerous opportunities for independent study projects and funded research collaborations with faculty. The department also mentors and supports students in rewarding international competitions such as the Putnam Exam and the Mathematical Contest in Modeling. Seniors can choose from capstone experiences in coding theory, modeling, systems biology and economics.
Get Involved
Undergraduate Research
Honors Program
Math Club
Putnam Competition
Mathematical Contest in Modeling
Sample Curriculum
| FALL | SPRING |
|---|---|
| CISC 106 - General Computer Science for Engineers | CISC 210 - Introduction to Systems Programming |
| ENGL 110 - First-Year Writing | MATH 210 - Discrete Mathematics I |
| MATH 241 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus A | MATH 242 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus B |
| Laboratory Science Requirement | Breadth Requirement (Group A) |
| First Year Seminar | Laboratory Science Requirement |
| Credits: 15 | Credits: 17 |
| FALL | SPRING |
|---|---|
| CISC 220 - Data Structures | MATH 245 - An Introduction to Proof |
| MATH 243 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus C | MATH 302 - Ordinary Differential Equations |
| MATH 349 - Elementary Linear Algebra | MATH 350 - Probability Theory and Simulation Methods |
| Breadth Requirement (Group B) | Breadth Requirement (Group C) |
| Elective | Elective |
| Credits: 16 | Credits: 15 |
| FALL | SPRING |
|---|---|
| MATH Option Elective | MATH Option Elective |
| MATH Elective (300-level) | MATH Option Elective |
| Breadth Requirement (Group A) | MATH Elective (300-level) |
| Elective | Breadth Requirement (Group B) |
| Multicultural Requirement | Elective |
| Credits: 15 | Credits: 15 |
| FALL | SPRING |
|---|---|
| MATH 512 - Contemporary Applications of Mathematics (DLE, Second Writing Requirement, Capstone Experience) | MATH Elective (300-level) |
| MATH Elective (300-level) | Elective |
| MATH Elective (300-level) | Elective |
| Elective | Elective |
| Breadth Requirement (Group C) | Elective |
| Credits: 15 | Credits: 16 |
