Mathematics Major BS

The B.S. in Mathematics provides theory and training in both applied and core mathematics.

At a Glance

Flexibility

Part Time | Full Time
Delivery Options

On Campus | Hybrid
Degree

BS

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What courses will you take?

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With the B.S. in Mathematics, you will gain exposure to a broad array of mathematics topics while incorporating a significant amount of science coursework.

At UMass Lowell, we offer the following options, which lead to a wide range of career opportunities.

General Option - This is the most flexible option, delivering the core mathematics degree while allowing you maximum freedom to pursue advanced mathematical topics as well as explore other disciplines. General Option courses
Applied & Computational Mathematics Option - Gain knowledge of mathematics with applications in various other fields and practical scientific computing skills. Applied & Computational Mathematics Option courses
Bioinformatics Option - Bioinformatics is concerned with the analysis and interpretation of biological data. In this option, you will gain understanding of the mathematics, biology, chemistry and computing required to meet the challenges of the dynamic bioinformatics field. Bioinformatics Option courses
Business Applications Option - Gain the mathematics foundation needed for careers in economics or finance. Business Applications Option courses
Computer Science Option - Build a mathematical foundation to prepare for careers in computer science fields. Computer Science Option courses
Probability & Statistics Option - Prepare for careers in statistics or data science by building a strong foundation in mathematics and gaining useful skills for real-world work experience. Probability & Statistics Option courses
Teaching Option - Deepen your mathematics pedagogical content knowledge as you complete math courses and coursework that makes explicit connections between post-secondary and secondary-level mathematics. Teaching Option courses

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Visit the Academic Catalog for all degree pathways, including those from prior enrollment years.

A graduate from the Mathematical & Statistical Sciences Department will be expected to be able to:
Develop critical thinking skills which can be applied to a range of disciplines
Read, write, and speak about mathematics
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team on math-related projects
Solve mathematical problems using a variety of tools and strategies
Understand and be able to construct logical arguments
Learn new mathematics independently

Why study mathematics at UMass Lowell?

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Research Opportunities

Conduct one-on-one research with faculty on problems of pure or applied mathematics and statistics.

STEM Teaching Minor

Interested in a career in teaching high school math? Choose the STEM Teaching (UTeach) minor, which leads to math teaching certification as part of the BS Mathematics degree.

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Internships

Connect what you learn in the classroom to the real world. Our students have interned at diverse companies, including:

John Hancock Financial
Lincoln Laboratories
MITRE Corporation
NASA

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Bachelor’s-to-Master's Program

Get on the fast track to an advanced degree with our combined bachelor's-to-master's program.

Available to juniors and seniors with a grade point average of 3.000 or better
Offers a continuous, coordinated sequence of courses
Reduced credit-hour requirements can save you time and money

What can you do with a degree in mathematics?

Graduates from UMass Lowell's mathematics program are prepared for careers in diverse fields, including education, engineering, finance, actuarial positions, programming, social sciences, and statistics.

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Alumni of our program have worked at:

Dana Farber Cancer Institute
DataRobot
Lincoln Labs
Micron Technologies
Raytheon
Russian School of Mathematics
School districts throughout the region
Scribe Software
University of Washington Tacoma
U.S. Census Bureau

Meet Our Students and Faculty

Jacob Solomon ’18

English & Mathematics

Jacob Solomon is as well-rounded as they come. The honors English and math major is assisting with research in a biology lab.

As a college student, I don’t just want to do such-and-such professional task. I want to learn and convince myself that the world is accessible to me.