Mathematics and Statistics

 
To inquire about this program:
Admission Office | 312-362-8300

In the Mathematical Sciences program, you will learn the fundamentals of pure and applied mathematics, preparing you for a career in mathematics, natural sciences, computer science, social sciences or business.

You may pursue either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science, which requires you to take an additional 16 quarter-hours in natural sciences or computer science.

As a Mathematical Sciences major, you will choose to concentrate in one of eight specialized areas:

  • Actuarial science
  • Applied and computational mathematics
  • Financial mathematics
  • Pure mathematics
  • Quantitative analysis and operations research
  • Statistics
  • Teacher of mathematics: secondary level
  • Individualized concentration

Depending on your concentration, you may take courses in:

  • Accounting
  • Applied regression analysis
  • Calculus
  • Discrete mathematics
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Investments and risk management
  • Linear algebra
  • Mathematical reasoning
  • Probability and statistics

Internship Possibilities

  • Boyelon Air & Ocean USA, Inc.
  • Fidelity Investments
  • Orbital Engineering

What can you do with this degree?

  • Banking
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Science
  • Education
  • Finance
  • Information Analysis
  • Insurance
  • Risk​ Management
  • Sales
  • Systems Analysis


For More Information
Major Requirements
Liberal Studies Requirements
Schedule of Classes
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"I chose math for its infinite nature. No one will ever just finish math - this gives me the motivation to learn as much as I can because there is always something else to be solved. And as my professor Dr. Gatto said, 'Math is like a game. You have to play to win.'"
Ashley Sliva

​LaGrange, Illinois