Mathematics, A.B. Major (Class of 2029 and Beyond)
The Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) mathematics curriculum provides students with a strong foundation in core mathematical concepts and the opportunity to explore topics in theoretical mathematics, applied mathematics, or statistics in greater depth.
Requirements
The major consists of a minimum of 10-12 courses:
Four core mathematics courses required for all tracks:
Applied Mathematics Track
Additional requirements for the track in Applied Mathematics include:
| MATH 282 | Techniques of Mathematical Modeling | 1 |
| MATH 335 | Probability | 1 |
| MATH 349 | Numerical Analysis | 1 |
| MATH 354 | Advanced Topics in Applied Mathematics | 1 |
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| MATH 310 | Ordinary Differential Equations | 1 |
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| MATH 312 | Partial Differential Equations | 1 |
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| MATH 343 | Advanced Multivariable Calculus | 1 |
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| MATH 345 | Complex Analysis | 1 |
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| MATH 356 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 1 |
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| | One 300-level or higher MATH elective | |
| CS 110 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 1 |
Statistics Track
Additional requirements for the track in Statistics include:
| MATH 287 | Introduction to Data Modeling | 1 |
| MATH 335 | Probability | 1 |
| MATH 336 | Mathematical Statistics | 1 |
| MATH 338 | Advanced Regression Analysis | 1 |
| DS 201 | Principles of Data Science | 1 |
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| MATH 337 | Introduction to Stochastic Processes | 1 |
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| MATH 347 | Financial Mathematics | 1 |
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| MATH 356 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 1 |
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| Rotating special topics courses in statistics | |
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| | Approved independent study or thesis in statistics | |
| CS 110 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 1 |
Theoretical Mathematics Track
Additional requirements for the track in Theoretical Mathematics include:
| MATH 290 | Transition to Theoretical Mathematics | 1 |
| MATH 351 | Abstract Algebra I | 1 |
| MATH 356 | Introduction to Real Analysis | 1 |
| | Three 300-level or higher MATH electives | |
This page reflects the requirements for completing this major. General graduation requirements for all students can be found here.