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Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics

Department of Mathematics

Degree: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science
Major: Mathematics
Hours: 120

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Degree Descriptions

The Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mathematics is designed to include a large level of flexibility to serve you in a variety of areas in mathematics and statistics: pure math, computational math, applied math and statistics.

The Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics is designed to offer you an extensive program as preparation for graduate study or employment and to recognize you who choose to pursue a more demanding program. You'll have the opportunity to develop greater depth in your mathematical programs or to combine mathematics with a concentration in another scientific discipline.

If you're interested in an accelerated route to graduate level study, check out our 4+1 B.S./M.S. Fast Track Option.

Why Study Mathematics at Lamar?

The Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mathematics at Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô offers two concentrations. The General track is best suited for someone who likes mathematics and wants a degree in the field but is perhaps simultaneously studying another discipline. This track requires a minor. The Mathematics Education track is best suited for you if you are preparing to teach mathematics at the secondary level in public or private schools. Highly coordinated with the College of Education, this track concludes with student teaching and teaching certification.

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics at Â鶹ӳ»­Ó°Òô offers five concentrations. The General concentration offers the most flexibility and is appropriate for those who are undecided or studying another field simultaneously. The Applied concentration is best suited for those planning on going into business, industry, government or graduate school in applied areas. The Mathematics Education concentration is best suited for those preparing to teach mathematics at the secondary level in the public or private schools. Highly coordinated with the College of Education, this track concludes with student teaching and teaching certification. The Theoretical concentration is best suited for those planning to attend graduate school in mathematics in areas such as algebra, analysis or topology. Finally, the Statistics concentration is best suited for those planning to work in industry in the area of statistics, to pursue a career as an actuary or to attend graduate school in either statistics or actuarial fields.

Career Paths

Mathematics teaches patience, discipline and step-by-step problem-solving and critical thinking skills, so that with a substantial maths background, your career options are virtually unlimited. Mathematical research and education are at the heart of some careers, while other careers utilize mathematics and its applications to build and enhance important work in the sciences, business, finance, manufacturing, communications and engineering.

Primary Careers

Actuary, mathematician, mathematics educator, analyst

Career Areas

  • Education
  • Technology
  • Industry
  • Business
  • Engineering
  • Finance

Median Salary

$57,460

Types of Employers

  • Manufacturing companies
  • Corporate and small businesses
  • Government agencies
  • Public and private schools
  • Colleges and universities
  • Research institutions and facilities
Dr. Vega-GuzmanDr. Vega-Guzman
Assistant Professor

Dr. Jennifer FowlerDr. Jennifer Fowler
Associate Professor

Dr. Robert VallinDr. Robert Vallin
Professor

Faculty Member NameDr. PJ Couch
Associate Professor