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Mathematics Major

If you’re passionate about logic, scientific inquiry, and using mathematical formulas, theories, and algorithms to solve real-world problems, consider earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics at Marian University. The B.A. program blends computational and modeling methods with a liberal arts education, allowing you to explore topics like natural sciences or world cultures while learning to analyze data and improve processes for business and beyond. The B.S. program dives deeper into the science of numbers, focusing on numerical analysis, optimization theories, and decision-making techniques, as well as abstract shapes and spaces to understand configurations, structures, and transformations. Both programs, offered through our Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences, equip you to tackle complex challenges and make impactful decisions across diverse fields. Learn more about our faculty and programs at the Department of Mathematical and Computational Sciences.

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What will you study?

Why study mathematics at Marian?

Earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics at Marian University prepares you for dynamic careers and advanced studies by equipping you with skills to solve complex, quantifiable problems through mathematical concepts, scientific inquiry, and data analysis. The B.A. blends mathematics with liberal arts, readying you for entry-level roles in business, education, engineering, or technology, and graduate programs in fields like economics, with applications like optimizing transportation logistics, analyzing pharmaceutical safety, designing efficient automobile systems, or developing data encryption for law enforcement and finance. The B.S. emphasizes numerical analysis and scientific research, preparing you for quantitative roles in technology, academia, or life sciences, with applications such as designing algorithms for software and robotics, modeling cancer cell progression, analyzing business data, or studying market derivatives. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, mathematician employment is projected to grow by 21% through 2024, with a median annual wage of nearly $106,000 in 2016, offering strong prospects in diverse industries.

What career paths are available?

A B.A. or B.S. in Mathematics from Marian University prepares you for diverse careers in business, education, technology, and public sectors, with the flexibility to enhance your employability through minors, concentrations, or double-majors. For teaching, consider a double-major in elementary, secondary, or special education. For business, pair your degree with accounting, finance, business analytics, or a statistics concentration. For technology, pursue concentrations in applied computer science, applied mathematics, or management information systems, or a double-major in engineering. B.S. students must choose a concentration in actuarial science, applied computer science, applied mathematics, or statistics, and can explore research-focused fields like bioinformatics, bio-organic chemistry, or environmental sciences for roles in product development. Graduates are equipped for graduate studies in fields like statistics, engineering, or life sciences, and for roles such as accountant, actuary, cryptographer, data analyst, logistician, market research analyst, biostatistician, senior software engineer, or public health researcher in settings like banking, insurance, software companies, K-12 schools, government agencies, or advanced manufacturing.