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Mathematics, B.S.

College of Arts and Sciences

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Why Choose Mathematics at Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ?

Mathematics is the language behind science, technology, and data, and this degree teaches you to speak it fluently. Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ's Bachelor of Science in Mathematics builds rigorous problem-solving, logical reasoning, and the ability to work with abstraction, skills that are in demand across nearly every field. You learn not just how to compute, but how to prove, model, and think with precision.

The strength of the program is its depth. You move through the full calculus sequence into linear algebra, differential equations, probability and statistics, and the proof-based heart of higher mathematics in abstract algebra and advanced calculus. That foundation prepares you for careers in data, technology, finance, and analytics, as well as for graduate study, with a degree that signals you can handle complexity and solve hard problems.

What You’ll Learn

In this program, you will learn:

  • A command of single-variable and multivariable calculus and its applications
  • The ability to solve differential equations and apply them to real problems
  • A foundation in linear algebra, including vector spaces, matrices, and transformations
  • Skill in discrete mathematics, logic, and its applications in computer science
  • An understanding of Euclidean, non-Euclidean, and transformational geometry
  • A grounding in probability and statistics, including distributions and random variables
  • The abstract reasoning of group, ring, and field theory in abstract algebra
  • The rigor of advanced calculus, including sequences, continuity, and series
  • Computational skill in numerical methods for solving mathematical problems
  • The ability to construct and communicate rigorous mathematical proofs

Courses You'll Take

These are the core courses that define the major:

Career Possibilities

Data Analyst
Collects, analyzes, and interprets data to help organizations make informed decisions.

Actuary
Uses mathematics, probability, and statistics to assess and manage risk in insurance and finance.

Statistician
Designs studies and analyzes data to draw conclusions and support decisions across fields.

Operations Research Analyst
Uses modeling and quantitative methods to solve complex problems and improve efficiency.

Financial Analyst
Evaluates financial data and builds models to guide investment and business decisions.

Cryptographer
Applies advanced mathematics to design and analyze systems that keep information secure.

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