The BA in mathematics provides a solid foundation in analytic reasoning and problem solving. This degree can be combined with a second major (in elementary or secondary education or another field) or can provide a path to a degree-in-three.
Mathematics
Mathematics
A Formula for Success
The Mathematics Department, located on the second floor of the Science Center, is known for its close-knit community. Faculty and students attend professional conferences, collaborate on math-themed activities, engage in research, present research both on and off campus, and bring an appreciation for mathematics to the local community. Students work as peer tutors in the Math Center, where math majors and non-majors can drop in to get help with introductory courses.
Not sure what you can do with a math major? Our graduates pursue successful careers in the sciences, business, and education.
Major
The math major balances experiences in both pure and applied mathematics. Check out our math courses in the course catalog.
The options for degrees in mathematics are flexible and student-focused, preparing you for many different paths: becoming a math teacher, furthering your mathematics education in graduate school, or applying your problem-solving skills in a variety of other fields. Faculty advisors can help you find the path that is right for you!
Degree Options
The BS in mathematics offers additional breadth and depth of knowledge of mathematics beyond the course of study required for the BA. As part of the BS in mathematics, you will choose a minor in a related field to gain experience applying mathematics in other contexts.
Mathematics minor
Improve your analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills with a minor in mathematics. Check out the math minor in the catalog.
Statistics minor
Learn how to apply methods of statistical inference in order to analyze data and make data-informed decisions. Check out the statistics minor in the catalog.
Data Analytics minor
Develop your skills to evaluate and interpret data in order to make better informed decisions through this interdisciplinary minor. Check out the data analytics minor in the catalog.
Undergraduate
Career Opportunities
The study of mathematics at Keene State College can prepare you for a career in business, industry, government, or education. Students desiring teacher licensure are also required to earn a dual major in education. Other specific career fields in which math majors play valuable roles include data analysis and the actuarial profession. The mathematics program can also prepare you for graduate study in mathematics or a related field.
Our graduates have gone on to careers in K-12 schools from Maine to California, as well as in the insurance industry, data science, and even the National Security Agency! Some have pursued graduate degrees at schools such as the University of New Hampshire and Clemson University.
Welcome Home
Become part of the Keene State mathematics community. Travel to conferences, present your own research, build your skills in an internship, join the Mathematics Honor Society, or become a tutor in the Math Center!
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