Mathematics
College of Letters and Science
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Science
Math is everywhere, offering broad career choices. Any complex system can be analyzed using mathematics, which means math arises in health care, business, marketing and even entertainment. Mathematics is much more than simple arithmetic and equations; it is the study of abstract structures, space, change and the interrelations of these concepts. Mathematicians work to address some of science and society's most pressing questions. Their work bridges the gaps between scientific disciplines and provides a framework for considering problems in their purest, most theoretical form.
Major Requirements
Freshmen: You will begin your studies with preparatory courses in mathematics, engineering or computer science, physics and statistics.
Transfer Students: The for this major strongly recommends that all lower-division requirements (equivalent to the first two years of courses) be completed prior to transferring.
At the upper division level, you may choose to focus your studies on one of three areas: preparation for graduate study in mathematics, computational and applied mathematics or mathematics for secondary (middle or high school) teaching. You may choose to earn an A.B. degree, which allows you more flexibility to take courses outside your major, or a B.S. degree, which provides more focused instruction in mathematics.
Contact Information
Careers
- Mathematician
- Actuary
- Economist
- Information Security Analyst
- Financial Quantitative Analyst
Graduate Study
- Mathematics
- Applied urban science and informatics
- Biomedical engineering
- Statistics
- Physics
Alumni Employers
- Liberty Mutual
- Labelbox
- Thinkful
- Amazon
- Prism Software
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Your course roadmap
Find the detailed course requirements for your program and map out your path to graduation.
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The faculty you will work with
Our undergraduates work directly with our faculty through research projects and labs.
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Global learning programs
Expand your horizons by studying abroad or pursuing global learning on campus.
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Undergraduate research
Get hands on with your interests. Participate in one of our hundreds of research opportunities.
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What can I do with my mathematics major?
Learn how to connect your mathematics major to career opportunities.