Anyone who welcomes a challenge and who is interested in mathematics or any field that uses quantitative tools should consider a major or minor in mathematics. Approximately one-third of mathematics majors work in applied technical areas such as chemical analysis, computer science engineering, meteorology, physics, quality control, or robotics. The remaining one-third seem to pursue widely scattered careers. Some continue their education and become attorneys, politicians, or professors. Mathematics majors usually complete the lower division calculus sequence before beginning the upper division courses.
Some students have prior credit in calculus from advanced placement.
All upper division courses are three semester hours each. The Department of Mathematics offers four full-tuition scholarships. Two are given to incoming freshman and two are given to transfer students. Contact Admissions for details. Awards The Father Frederick T. Daly, S.J., Award for Excellence in Mathematics is presented to one outstanding graduating senior each year.