In addition, nowadays mathematics is also used to describe and solve problems in business, politics, psychology, sociology, philosophy, linguistics, and more. In fact there is almost no subject studied today which is not influenced by mathematics. Asking the right questions, looking at concepts from new perspectives, analyzing problems, mapping out solutions, and explaining ideas are skills an undergraduate mathematics program aims to develop in the student. Combined with the Jesuit tradition of intellectual inquiry and the liberal arts, SJU's mathematics program is uniquely qualified to accomplish that task. Teaching is our highest priority at St. Joseph's.
Classes are small, allowing the instructor to give individual attention to each student.
Faculty members are readily available to discuss problems and concepts with one of our majors. Our curriculum consists of required courses in Calculus, Linear Algebra, Number Theory, Discrete Structures, Abstract Algebra, Real and Complex Analysis and Computer Programming. Students select additional courses from such topics as Geometry, Probability and Statistics, Operations Research, Differential Equations and others. The department also holds seminars to help prepare interested students for the actuarial exams. The variety of career opportunities open to mathematics graduates is unusually diverse.