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Mathematics (BS)

For careers requiring strong analytical problem-solving skills

The Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics offers a rigorous and broad range of courses in mathematical theory and mathematical and scientific applications. Like the Bachelor of Arts degree, as a student earning a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics, you'll develop a firm mathematical foundation and experience the diversity of a liberal arts education, but you'll also have the opportunity to study specific aspects of mathematics and science in greater depth.

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Program Snapshot

School/Division
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Campus Locations
Main Campus - Alfred, NY

Major
Mathematics (BS)

Double Major
Double Major option(s) offered.

Minor
Mathematics

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Flexibility

The additional coursework in the Mathematics programs may give you a head start toward earning a minor in one of the natural sciences or computer science. Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Science degree are much stronger applicants for graduate programs and jobs requiring analytical problem-solving, such as those in finance and computer science.

Educational Objectives

The educational objectives of the Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics are for students to understand and apply problem-solving techniques, read, write, and analyze mathematical proofs, communicate mathematics both orally and in writing, understand concepts and applications from a broad range of mathematical areas, understand connections between mathematics and a broad range of scientific areas, understand elementary computer science and its applications, and understand at least one mathematical or scientific area in greater depth.

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Mathematics

FacultySpotlight

Alfred University faculty brings real-world experience and a passion for teaching into every classroom. Here are just some of the Mathematics faculty within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

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Students interested in pursuing a career in mathematics may benefit by either double majoring or adding a minor to their plan of study in the following areas:

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