Majors
Undergraduate Degrees offered by the Department of Math, Statistics, and Computer Science
The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science offers 4 distinct undergraduate degrees in the fields of Mathematics, Mathematics and Computer Science, Statistics, and Teaching of Mathematics. See the sections below for more information on each degree.
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Mathematics is the abstract study of number, pattern, quantity, systems, and space, as well as the language of science and all fields in which patterns and systematic processes are analyzed. Taking courses in the mathematical sciences helps students learn to conceptualize abstract structures and provides them with the framework and analytical tools necessary for understanding our technology-based and data-intensive society. The MATH major prepares students for graduate study in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, and mathematical computer science. Both the MATH major and minor sequences help prepare students for a wide range of opportunities in the natural sciences, social sciences, business, finance, and government; for professional schools, such as law school; and for almost any job or career in which strong analytical and communication skills are valued.
MSCS General Advising Guide
Information on what you need to know about getting started as an MSCS major and working toward graduation.
Major Requirements
For information on:
- Required Coursework
- A suggested 4-year plan of study to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree
please consult the Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree entry in the undergraduate catalog.
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer and Science
The MCS major fosters the development of logical and analytical thinking and is designed to provide a basic foundation for a career in the forefront of computing. Emphasis is given to the mathematical theory of computer science and computational methods. The program concentrates on both the practical and theoretical aspects of computer science such as numerical computing, super computing, programming languages, algorithms, complexity, coding theory, combinatorics and graph theory. The major is intended for students who seek careers in systems and/or mathematical computing. There are two concentrations to choose from: Algorithms and Theory and Computational Mathematics.
Note that while the major is “Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences” the MCS rubric for courses stands for “Mathematical Computer Science”.
MSCS General Advising Guide
Information on what you need to know about getting started as an MSCS major and working toward graduation.Major Requirements
For information on:
- Required Coursework
- A suggested 4-year plan of study to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree
please consult the Bachelor of Science with a major in Mathematics and Computer Science for more information.
Bachelor of Science in Statistics
With today’s technology, it is easy to collect and store a tremendous amount of data. To make sense out of all this information requires data processing and analysis skills, along with a general “data literacy”. For students to be prepared for work in a data-rich field, it is essential that they be properly trained in statistics. The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Statistics with two possible tracks, or concentrations. The Statistical Theory and Methods concentration provides a classical training in statistics, ideally suited for students planning to attend graduate school in statistics or other data-focused disciplines. The Applied Statistics concentration is more interdisciplinary, allowing students to select an application area of focus, such as biology and economics, to complement their basic statistical training. This concentration is well-suited for students planning for a career in government or industry.
MSCS General Advising Guide
Information on what you need to know about getting started as an MSCS major and working toward graduation.
Major Requirements
For information on:
- Required Coursework
- A suggested 4-year plan of study to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree
please consult the Bachelor of Science in Statistics degree entry in the undergraduate catalog.
Bachelor of Science in the Teaching of Mathematics
The Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science, in conjunction with the College of Education, offers a state-approved program of study that leads to a bachelor’s degree and a secondary school teaching certification in mathematics. To be eligible for certification, candidates must complete requirements in general education courses, professional education courses, and selected mathematics courses.
MSCS General Advising Guide
Information on what you need to know about getting started as an MSCS major and working toward graduation.
Major Requirements
For information on:
- Required Coursework
- A suggested 4-year plan of study to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree
please consult the Bachelor of Science in the Teaching of Mathematics degree entry in the undergraduate catalog.