Mathematics
Major & Minor
Bachelor of Science
Do you enjoy solving problems with logic and reasoning, analyzing and interpreting data, identifying and describing patterns, and trying to answer some of the big questions of the universe? No, we are not describing a major in philosophy, science, or art, but mathematics! Math is a cornerstone of Plato’s original liberal arts philosophy - what he thought every well-educated person should know. If you study math at Austin College, you will experience a personalized math education in a friendly environment as part of a small, tight-knit group of students and faculty who are all passionate about math and problem solving. You will also have plenty of opportunities for meaningful and collaborative research projects throughout the year. Math is part of everything, and there’s no limit to the careers available to trained mathematicians.
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Mathematics Degree
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Math isn't all arithmetic
and problem sets — mastering the fundamentals of mathematics will require you to strengthen and refine your skills in abstract thinking, communication, problem solving, and collaboration. With a degree in mathematics, upon graduation you will be prepared to:
- create and communicate mathematical arguments using logic, symbolic manipulation, and abstraction;
- understand and communicate quantitative information to both mathematicians and the public at large; and
- determine and apply relevant mathematical techniques to solve problems inspired by real-life scenarios.
Explore our Graduate Outcomes to learn more about what our graduates are doing today.
Program Highlights
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All thoughtful and scientifically trained people are called to lead at some point in their lives. The STAR Leadership program works to ensure that graduates are not only well prepared to work in STEM fields but are also empowered to lead in their careers and communities.
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The Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics & Computer Science, Psychology, Physics, and Public Health Departments are dedicated to excellence in undergraduate research during the academic year and throughout the summer.
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IDEA Center
The IDEA Center, a cutting-edge facility designed with scientific inquiry in mind, is LEAD certified. The building features 32 laboratory classrooms, 16 lecture rooms, a 108-seat auditorium, the W. M. Keck High-Performance Numerics and Graphic Computing Facility, and the Adams Observatory, which houses a 24-inch telescope with an astronomical high-resolution image camera.
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