Mathematics BA

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One of the world’s oldest academic disciplines is still the path to the jobs of the future.

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Math is much more than solving equations – it develops skills that will prepare you for a wide variety of careers.

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The need for mathematically savvy employees is at an all-time high. A mathematics degree provides pathways into lucrative industry positions, graduate studies, and careers in education.

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Just a Few Future Possibilities

  • Data scientist
  • Cost estimator
  • Financial planner
  • Statistician
  • Actuary
  • Investment analyst

Why Mathematics? | Why Our Program?

  • The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment for mathematicians and statisticians to grow 11 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations, with 2,500 job openings expected annually.
  • In our program you will learn to think logically and systematically while communicating clearly.
  • Math minor allows students from disciplines like physical sciences, finance, economics, and computer science to add a rigorous base in mathematics to their studies.
  • Topics covered in the Mathematics BA curriculum include: Calculus; linear algebra; probability; differential equations; number theory; macro- and microeconomics.

The RIC Advantage

Accelerated BA-to-MA program enables students to earn both mathematics degrees in as little as five years. 

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Mathematical Sciences Faculty

Ensuring That You'll Be Ready

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Rebecca Sparks

"In every sector of the modern economy, the demand for mathematically savvy graduates continues to rise and more and more decisions are based on quantitative analysis. The mathematical methods learned from a major in data science or mathematics are key to a lucrative career."

– Professor of Mathematics

2 Mathematics Degrees from RIC, Then on to a PHD

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