Applied Mathematics Major B.S.

The Applied Mathematics major is for students who seek a strong mathematical background and the ability to apply mathematics in other fields. The applied mathematics major offers a strong program in mathematical techniques and ways of thinking that can be used in a wide variety of careers. The major covers core topics that provide a common structure, while leaving flexibility to pursue topics of interest.

Students may choose from a wide variety of courses in subjects such as statistics, numerical analysis, real and complex analysis, Fourier analysis, linear and nonlinear programming, ordinary and partial differential equations, dynamical systems, algebraic coding theory, bioinformatics, and optimization. Students also take courses outside the Mathematics Department in fields where math is applied. In fact, many students in applied mathematics are enrolled in two majors.

• Preparation for graduate or professional school
• Elective fields of application in biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, engineering, finance, or physics
• Careers in state and federal government agencies; scientific research and development services; communication firms; public and private K-12 education; institutions of higher education; computer services companies; software publishers; banks and credit unions; non-profit organizations; and chemical and pharmaceutical companies

Admission Requirements

This program has no requirements beyond University admission and transfer requirements. However, it is strongly recommended that students satisfy at least one of the following before entering the program:

• Have a least a 30 ACT Math score or a SAT Math score of 680 or above
• Have scored at least a 3 on the AP Calculus AB exam
• Have scored at least a 4 on the AP Statistics exam

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