Curricula in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics offers curricula which lead to the following undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematical Sciences, Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. An Integrated Fast Track combined baccalaureate/graduate degree program is also offered.

The curriculum for the B.S. in applied mathematics includes courses in economics, industrial engineering, statistics, computer science and mathematics. The curriculum also requires a concentration in either applied mathematics, statistics or actuarial sciences. A student completing this program is prepared to enter employment with analytical and quantitative tools relevant to modern technological industries and/or modern financial markets. On the other hand, with the appropriate electives chosen, the student is prepared to enter quantitatively oriented graduate programs. The curriculum for the B.S. in Applied Mathematical Sciences can be found under Applied Mathematical Sciences within the College of Science in this catalog. Advising for this degree option is done through the Undergraduate Program Office in the Department of Mathematics.

The B.A. degree in Mathematics is intended for students who are interested in a traditional liberal arts education in mathematics. A minor field of study must be chosen for this degree.

The B.S. in Mathematics provides the student with an in-depth study of both science (physics, chemistry, biology) and mathematics.

With carefully chosen electives in education, any one of the above three degree plans can lead to teacher certification. Students interested in teacher certification may find the B.A. degree plan the most suitable since this degree plan offers the greatest flexibility for the inclusion of teacher certification courses.