Applied Mathematics

Put math skills to real uses.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Stevenson's Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics prepares students for employment in business, finance, government and industry.

The Applied Mathematics program provides an array of courses that build math skills. You will graduate with a solid background in mathematics and statistics and with the ability to use data to solve problems in a wide variety of disciplines. As an Applied Mathematics major, you can customize your degree based on your personal career goals and interests. Areas of focus include:

General Mathematics
Actuarial Science
Business and Finance
Science

Graduates of the Applied Mathematics program will:

Demonstrate effective problem solving using techniques from calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and probability and statistics.
Construct, analyze, and interpret mathematical and statistical models.
Use appropriate technology and software for problem solving and for mathematical and statistical modeling.
Use appropriate mathematical and/or statistical reasoning, logic and mathematical proof to support and justify results.
Communicate mathematical and/or statistical reasoning clearly in both written and oral formats.
Use, summarize, and analyze print and online mathematical and/or statistical resources.
Apply mathematical and/or statistical skills to a particular focus area or within the professional mathematics culture.

MORE LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Educational Experiences On And Off Campus

Several Applied Mathematics majors and minors attended the 2018 Undergraduate Mathematics Research Conference. The meeting showcases original research, selected expository presentations, as well as research projects in progress, and is an excellent place for networking.

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Career Opportunities

Career Paths for Applied Mathematics Majors

In collaboration with your faculty advisor and professors, you will develop the tools to contribute in many fields, from private business to public sector agencies. Graduates of our Applied Mathematics program embark on many rewarding career choices, including

Actuary
Business Analyst
Computer Science
Database Administrator
Engineer
Insurance Analyst
Teacher

Curious about internships and job placement after you graduate? Visit our Office of Career Services.

Courses

The courses listed below are required for completion of the bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics. Students must also complete the requirements for the Stevenson Educational Experience (SEE).

Specific pre- and co-requisites for each course are listed in the course descriptions.

Major Requirements

FYS 100	First Year Seminar
MATH 220	Calculus I
MATH 221	Calculus II
MATH 222	Calculus III
MATH 312	Mathematical Statistics I
MATH 313	Mathematical Statistics II
MATH 326	Linear Algebra
MATH 418	Mathematical Modeling
MATH 425	Scientific Computer Programming

3 MATH electives (at the 200 level or above other than 201)

Complete one of the following senior capstone options:

MATH 450	Senior Research Capstone
MATH 455	Senior Internship Capstone
MATH 460	Senior Research Capstone
MATH 460H	Honors Senior Research Capstone
MATH 465	Senior Internship Capstone
MATH 465H	Honors Senior Internship Capstone

MATH 460, MATH 460H, MATH 465, MATH 465H: Students choosing one of the 9-credit senior capstone options will fulfill one mathematics elective.

Tracks

Complete the requirements for the Actuarial Track, Business Track, Scientific Track, or Interdisciplinary Track.

Actuarial Track

All major requirements and the following electives:

ACC 140	Financial Accounting
ACC 141	Managerial Accounting
EC 201	Principles of Macroeconomics
EC 202	Principles of Microeconomics
FIN 300	Principles of Finance
MATH 342	Time Series Analysis
MATH 420	Actuarial Mathematics

Business Track

All major requirements and the following electives:

EC 201	Principles of Macroeconomics
ACC 140	Financial Accounting
	OR
MGT 204	Principles of Management
	OR
MKT 206	Principles of Marketing
2 Business electives	in ACC, EC, FMER, INBUS, IS, MGT, and/or MKT
1 MATH elective	(at 200 level or above)
MATH 442	Numerical Analysis

Scientific Track

All major requirements and the following electives:

Choose 1 sequence: CHEMISTRY or BIOLOGY
CHEM 115	General Chemistry I
CHEM 115L	General Chemistry I Laboratory
CHEM 116	General Chemistry II
CHEM 116L	General Chemistry II Laboratory
OR
BIO 113	General Biology I: Cell Biology and Genetics
BIO 113L	General Biology I Laboratory: Cell Biology and Genetics
BIO 114	General Biology II: Structure and Function of Organisms
BIO 114L	General Biology II Laboratory: Structure and Function of Organisms

2 Science electives	in BIO, BIOCH, CHEM, ENV, and/or PHYS
MATH 321	Introduction to Differential Equations
MATH 442	Numerical Analysis

Interdisciplinary Track

All major requirements and the following electives:

PHYS 215	General Physics I with Calculus
PHYS 216	General Physics II with Calculus
MATH 301	Mathematical Structures
MATH 321	Introduction to Differential Equations
MATH 442	Numerical Analysis
1 MATH elective	(at 200 level or above)

Explore our academic catalog for a full listing of courses, course descriptions, suggested course sequences, and more.

Catalog

Tracks and Minors

Minor

A minor in Mathematics is available. All course prerequisites must be met to be eligible to take the selected course for a minor. Please see an academic advisor for more information. Specific information regarding minor requirements may be found in the Academic Information section of the catalog.

Minors at Stevenson

BS/MS option

The BS/MS option is available for students majoring in Applied Mathematics who wish to combine their bachelor's coursework with work toward a Stevenson University master's degree in Forensic Accounting. Students choosing this option may earn their master's degree in as little as one year after their bachelor's degree. Interested students must formally apply for entrance into this BS/MS option in their junior year. Once admitted into this program, students develop an educational plan in consultation with their undergraduate and graduate advisors. For more information on this program please see the Stevenson University Online Catalog.

BS/MAT option

The BS/MAT option is available for students majoring in Applied Mathematics who wish to combine their bachelor's coursework with work toward a Stevenson University master's degree in teaching (MAT). For more information on this program please see the Stevenson University Online Catalog.

Professional Minor

Lead and manage a scientific team or your own professional practice. Students majoring in Applied Mathematics can prepare to direct projects and teams with a professional minor in Applied Management, opening doors to leadership careers in the scientific industry, clinical management, or business.