Complex problem-solving is at the heart of our program. As a math major, youll learn how to manipulate numbers and apply mathematical principles to real-world challenges. Guided by our expert faculty, youll develop the skills to evaluate data, recognize patterns, and use logic and creativity to devise your own approach to difficult problems.
Located only steps away from Boston's Financial District and close to major tech giants in Cambridge, our program also provides students with direct access to prestigious employers for internship and employment opportunities. These resume-building experiences will grow your network and prepare you to succeed professionally or in graduate school.
Students in our mathematics program will:
Use logical reasoning to draw inferences from a given set of premises and apply mathematical principles to formulate solutions, Write precise mathematical proofs to validate results, Learn to leverage computational and visualization tools including software programs like Wolfram Mathematica, MATLAB, and Maple to strengthen comprehension and problem-solving skills, Research expository articles and present on topics related to course curriculum, Expand abstract thinking skills, identifying universality from different phenomena or situations, Utilize R programming language to complete statistical analyses of student survey data.
As a math major, youll master a broad range of core mathematical concepts, including calculus, linear algebra, real analysis, and statistics. Youll also develop strong computational and abstract-thinking skills while specializing in one of our two concentrations: pure mathematics or actuarial science. Students in this major can earn a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics or a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics.
Learn the theory and practical skills of mathematics, statistics, finance, and economics to pursue a variety of careers. Insurance and pension companies need actuaries to assess risk and develop better insurance plans. Brokerage firms, banks, marketing companies, and government agencies need people who can analyze data, forecast trends, and assess loan risks.
