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Mathematics B.S.
Outcomes
A mathematics degree offers graduates a wide range of career options. They can work as mathematicians, using their analytical skills to solve complex problems in fields such as finance, engineering or research. Others become actuaries, analyzing financial risks and probabilities for insurance companies or financial institutions. Some graduates pursue careers in education, becoming math teachers at the K-12 level or professors at colleges and universities.
Additionally, opportunities exist in data analysis, where graduates can work in industries such as healthcare, technology or marketing, using mathematical models to interpret and make predictions from data. With their strong foundation in mathematics, graduates are well-equipped for diverse professions that require logical thinking, problem-solving and quantitative analysis skills.
Career Outlook
- Average Salary: $69,747
- Job Postings: 119
Average salary is based on a 2024 NACE Salary Survey. Job posting data is for mathematician positions and is provided by Lightcast. This number represents unique job postings from companies looking to hire in the last 30 days as of May 2024.
Courses
In addition to meeting the liberal arts core requirements of the university, you must complete at least 33 semester hours of study in mathematics. You also are required to participate in program assessment activities. For graduation, you must have a minimum 2.25 GPA in all natural sciences courses counting toward your major.
Required Major Core Courses
Complete the following courses. Alternatives for the following courses: CHE111 or PHY201, CHE112 or PHY202, COM206 or MAT306 or COM306, MAT481 or COM481, MAT482 or COM482.
MAT305
Abstract Algebra
(3.0 s.h)
MAT204
Calculus I
(4.0 s.h)
MAT205
Calculus II
(4.0 s.h)
MAT310
Calculus III
(4.0 s.h)
MAT311
Differential Equations
(3.0 s.h)
CHE111
General Chemistry I
(4.0 s.h)
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Colloquium
Complete two semesters of colloquium, one presentation required.
NSC300
Science Colloquium
(1.0 s.h)
Elective(s) in Major
Complete two Mathematics courses above MAT204.
MAT303
Foundations of Geometry
(3.0 s.h)
MAT491
Independent Study
(1.0-3.0 s.h)
MAT207
Introduction to Data Science
(3.0 s.h)
MAT306
Logic and Discrete Mathematics
(3.0 s.h)
MAT222
Math for Elementary Teachers I
(4.0 s.h)
MAT223
Math for Elementary Teachers II
(4.0 s.h)
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