Mathematics | General option
Bachelor of Science
An equation for success
From research and development of new technology and products to financial analysis for businesses, to teaching in the classroom, the opportunities for math majors are as exciting as they are diverse.
In this program, you will build advanced problem-solving and quantitative reasoning skills that are valued in a number of professions. Depending on your career goals, you may learn how to apply your math skills to design and analyze experiments, develop technology, research scientific phenomena, operate successful business and much more.
The program offers special opportunities to engage in math-related research and to participate in the Mathematical Association of America Putnam Examination, the most prestigious mathematics competition in the nation.
Overview
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Beyond the numbers
Degree fit
This degree could be a good fit if you:
- Think math is fun
- Enjoy an intellectual challenge
- Like to solve problems and puzzles
- Are an analytical, logical thinker
- Have a strong work ethic
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,138 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Postsecondary Mathematical Science Teachers
$48,689 - Financial and Investment Analysts
$60,678 - Natural Sciences Managers
$103,303 - Financial Quantitative Analysts • Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts
$48,928 - Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
$38,427
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
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Scholarships
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Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
- Bioinformatics and mathematical biology
- Combinatorics and discrete mathematics
- Algebraic geometry
- Differential equations
Clubs
- Math Club
- College of Science Ambassadors
Application information
Undergraduate applications open each September, and admissions are processed on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted and considered for scholarships and financial aid as applications are received.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website.