Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Mathematics: General mathematics] From Michigan Technological University

Since all of these areas share the same core classes, students can easily switch from one concentration to another. The core curriculum covers a variety of topics, including statistics, mathematical reasoning, computer-related discrete math, and using math to understand the world.

Do you see yourself enrolled in graduate school? Or would you like a career in mathematics but are undecided about your post-graduation plans? The broad curriculum of the general mathematics program will prepare you for a graduate program, exposing you to a wide array of mathematical areas and helping you to develop a focus for your studies. An advanced degree is not only a requirement for a career in research or postsecondary teaching, but is also a necessity for many positions suited for math majors.

The following careers usually require a graduate degree:

• Biostatistician
• Computer Scientist
• Climatologist
• Cryptanalyst
• Geographer
• Hydrologist
• Mathematical Biophysicist
• Mathematical Physicist
• Mathematician
• National Security Analyst
• Operations Research Analyst
• Psychometrician
• Quantitative Financial Market Analyst
• Statistician