The Mathematical Sciences Minor provides students with a strong foundation in mathematics, equipping them with essential skills in analytical thinking, problem-solving and quantitative reasoning. This program is ideal for students who wish to complement their major with a rigorous mathematical background, enhancing their preparation for careers in fields that rely on mathematical methods.
Students interested in the minor should seek advising from faculty within the Mathematical Sciences department, who will assist in planning their coursework to ensure all requirements are met. To complete the minor, students must fulfill a set number of credit hours, with a portion of these being upper-division courses taken at the institution. Transfer credits for relevant coursework may be accepted based on evaluation.
In addition to core courses, students choose a specialization in areas such as mathematics, operations research, or statistics. This allows students to tailor the minor to their specific interests and career goals, developing expertise in a focused area of mathematical sciences. The program prepares students for diverse applications of mathematics in professional and academic pursuits.
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On-campus
$8,028*
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$9,264*
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situat
Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$79,940
Wage Range
$49,180 – $139,340
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Doctoral degree, Post-doctoral training
Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other
All mathematical scientists not listed separately.
Mathematicians
Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.
Median Annual Wage
$126,710
Wage Range
$69,240 – $195,190
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree
Statisticians
Bright OutlookDevelop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatist
Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.
Median Annual Wage
$105,650
Wage Range
$64,000 – $174,050
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, Doctoral degree
Physicists
Conduct research into physical phenomena, develop theories on the basis of observation and experiments, and devise methods to apply physical laws and theories.
Median Annual Wage
$172,250
Wage Range
$82,110 – $274,110
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Doctoral degree, Post-doctoral training, Post-master’s certificate
Natural Sciences Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.
Median Annual Wage
$167,220
Wage Range
$79,710 – $316,850
Projected Growth
Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-doctoral training, Master’s degree
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