Mathematics emphasizes careful reasoning, along with the analysis and solution of problems. A Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Saint Louis University will appeal to students who like to develop their problem-solving and analytical thinking skills. For this reason, mathematics is also an appropriate major for students planning careers in law or medicine.
Saint Louis University's mathematics program combines the features of both small and large schools to create a compelling educational experience. Students can expect a student-friendly environment, with math courses for majors being small in size and taught by regular faculty. Faculty get to know students and provide individual attention.
Students are recruited for participation in math contests and other opportunities, including part-time positions as graders, tutors and learning assistants.
Like a large school's program, math at SLU also has enough breadth to let students tailor their upper-division math courses to their interests and goals.
Students interested in pure mathematics can choose theoretical courses that provide solid preparation for graduate school.
Graduates in mathematics and statistics are versatile. They enter jobs in business, industry, medicine, government and education. Mathematicians, statisticians, data scientists, actuaries, analysts and consultants are in high demand and lead rewarding and well-compensated careers.
Many of our graduates pursue advanced degrees in mathematics, statistics or other fields. Students with mathematics and statistics degrees are attractive to professional graduate schools in law, medicine and business for their analytical skills and the ability to work in a problem-solving environment.
Some of the industry and government employers where our graduates have found success include:
Allstate, Ameren, Boeing, Booz Allen Hamilton Consulting, Boston Scientific, Cofactor Genomics, Georgia-Pacific, Kemper Insurance, Mercer, MetLife, Milliman, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency, NISA Investment Advisors, Varsity Tutors.