The
department was established
in 1867, and today offers
courses leading to degrees
of Bachelor of Science,
Master of Science, and
Doctor of Philosophy.
If you're interested in
mathematics as a major,
you should know that a
concentration in actuarial
science prepares you for
the foundations of actuarial
practice, which involves
calculating statistically
risks, premiums, etc.
for insurance. A concentration
in computer science prepares
you for the algorithmic
basis of computer science
and the foundation for
software development.
A concentration in pure
and applied mathematics
is the more traditional
course of study and ordinarily
attracts students who
expect to pursue higher
degrees in mathematics.
