Undergraduate Mathematics and Statistics
Welcome!
This page is mostly relevant to math majors, students with an interest in
becoming one, or Engineering students who need specific information about
Calculus and higher level Math/Stat courses.
If you cannot find answers to your questions here consider checking out
the information about lower-division courses and courses for non-majors
in the ``First Year Math'' (FYM) area or
contact the undergraduate office.
New!
- CSUMS program: Computational Science Training for
Undergraduates in the Mathematical Sciences
Why major in Mathematics?
Mathematics has established itself as the language used in conveying the
understanding of the physical world which surrounds us. It forms a crucial
component in Physics and Engineering applications, and in other
disciplines such as business, economics, life sciences,
social sciences, where the need
for quantification in the analysis of phenomena is just as strong.
In itself a math degree may not command the respect of an engineering
or business degree. However, its breadth enables graduates with some
background in an additional field (e.g. an engineering science, business,
social science...) to outperform other degrees when it comes to hiring
or promotion on the job.
Many employers, including graduate institutions, often even prefer hiring
candidates with a substantial undergraduate training in mathematics
(coupled with an appropriate minor)
over candidates who have majored in the field itself
because of their increased analytical and computing skills, logical
thinking and experience in problem solving.
Employment opportunities for math majors can be found in virtually all
sectors of
- industry: engineering, biotech, computer,...
- government: consultant, federal and state organizations,...
- business: actuary for bank or insurance company,...
- medicine: pre-med, and
- academia: high-school or college teacher, university professor.
See actual profiles and
descriptions of jobs and career paths of actual mathematicians in a wide
array of fields published by the American
Mathematical Society.
Still not convinced? Check out these resources discussing
what you can do with a degree in
Mathematics.
Not ready to commit yourself to be a math major? Then
why not consider a
math minor on top of your first degree. A minor allows
more flexibility in choosing topics that interest you most (your major field)
while still offering a firm foundation in mathematical thinking. In the process you might discover in yourself some fondness more Mathematics and its usefulness
after all!
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