Mathematics, BS
Program Description
The BS degree program in mathematics offers a grounding in both theoretical and applied mathematical concepts.
Classes cover a broad spectrum of advanced mathematical topics, including differential equations, modeling, numerical analysis, number theory, cryptography and real analysis.
In addition to the guidelines in the Concurrent Program Options section below, students interested in pursuing concurrent or second baccalaureate degrees in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are advised to visit the college's website for more information and requirements.
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At a Glance: program details
- Location: Tempe campus
- Additional Program Fee: Yes
- Second Language Requirement: No
- First Required Math Course: MAT 270 - Calculus w/Analytic Geometry I
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Math Intensity:
Substantial
Admission Requirements
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Transfer Options
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use the Transfer Map search to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and help students save time and money in their college journey. Students may learn more about these programs by visiting the admission site: https://admission.asu.edu/transfer/pathway-programs.
Change of Major Requirements
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should refer to https://changingmajors.asu.edu for information about how to change a major to this program.
Flexible Degree Options
Accelerated program options
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years.
It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's and master's degree with:
Mathematics, MA
Prepare to be a successful professional mathematician in business, industry or education by obtaining a breadth of training and that broadens your knowledge in several fields of mathematics.
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Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. During their junior year, eligible students will be advised by their academic departments to apply.
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Career Outlook
Mathematics is foundational and can be applied to many different types of careers in many fields. It is a crucial part of engineering, life sciences, business, economics and social sciences.
Graduates with a bachelor's degree in mathematics can pursue careers in fields as diverse as computer science, finance, biotechnology, engineering, medical research and education. These are just a few of the top careers possible with a Bachelor of Science in mathematics:
- cryptographer
- data analyst
- engineer
- financial analyst
- mathematician
- operations research analyst
- statistician
- teacher
Many undergraduate math majors also pursue graduate studies in mathematics, medicine or law.
Example Careers
Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to:
Bioinformatics Scientist
- Growth: 3.9%
- Median Salary*: $87,300
Computer Scientist
- Growth: 22.7%
- Median Salary*: $136,620
Data Analyst
- Growth: -1.7%
- Median Salary*: $48,880
Financial Analyst
- Growth: 7.6%
- Median Salary*: $95,080
Fraud Investigator
- Growth: 6.1%
- Median Salary*: $73,810
High School Teacher
- Growth: 1.0%
- Median Salary*: $62,360
Information Security Analyst
- Growth: 31.5%
- Median Salary*: $112,000
Mathematician
- Growth: 2.2%
- Median Salary*: $112,110
Mathematics Professor
- Growth: 3.2%
- Median Salary*: $77,420
Operations Research Analyst
- Growth: 22.5%
- Median Salary*: $85,720
Statistician
- Growth: 31.6%
- Median Salary*: $98,920
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
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