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Mathematics, B.A.

Multiply Your Opportunities

Our alumni go on to careers in:

Secondary teachers with mathematics degrees are in high demand.

Math skills are important in the finance and business sectors.

Use your mathematical knowledge to design and develop new technologies to improve quality of life.

Math skills are needed in a variety of government sponsored research and science-related careers.

Mathematical knowledge is critical to careers in civil, aerospace and industrial engineering.

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Demonstrate knowledge of basic mathematical and statistical concepts

Demonstrate the ability to locate, evaluate, and effectively use information sources, including appropriate use of technology to apply algorithms and perform mathematical computations

Think critically and apply mathematical and statistical knowledge and reasoning to model and solve problems

Construct and interpret logical arguments, including mathematical proofs

Engage in rigorous mathematical inquiry and express mathematical ideas and results clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

“ I was a math major, but I also have a passion for literature and biology. I had to go with the one that I thought would propel me through life. ”
Alexandria Augi ’20, ’22M
Alexandria Augi ’20, ’22M
Mathematics, B.A. Program Overview

Versatile & Marketable

Through the Bachelor of Arts program, you will receive a broad liberal education that will help you obtain professional employment such as secondary teaching.

You can select from two options – mathematics or teacher licensure in mathematics.

The mathematics option is designed for the greatest flexibility to achieve your educational goals or combine a mathematics major with a minor. The option is also excellent preparation for entrance to professional schools of law, medicine or business.

Beyond the Classroom

Explore interests beyond the classroom, such as Honors research, summer research programs, internships and workshops.

Look into study abroad opportunities in mathematics and attend regional conferences.

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Sample Courses in a Mathematics Major

Table shows sample courses for this program
MAT 161 Calculus with Analytical Geometry I
MAT 261 Multivariate Calculus
MAT 275 Axiomatic Systems
MAT 311 Intermediate Analysis
MAT 335 Linear Algebra & Matrices
MAT 336 Abstract Algebra I
STT 215 Intro to Statistics
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How Do I Major in Mathematics, B.A.?

The requirements for both the B.A. and B.S. degrees in mathematics consist of some common core courses and fulfillment of the requirements of one of several options.

You should complete a minor in a discipline that applies mathematics or elect advanced coursework involving mathematical applications in other disciplines such as biology, chemistry, computer science, geography and geology, economics, information systems and operations management, physics, psychology, sociology and statistics.

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