A Mathematical Sciences major must choose one of the eight options below and complete at least three of the courses listed under that option or courses for which the courses are prerequisite.This requirement is designed to provide focus and depth to the program and can only be waived by an advisor in favor of a program which provides this depth in some equivalent way. An acceptable program must include some of the more difficult courses. Advice should be sought from an advisor before selecting an option. As an initial guide we give a brief description of the options.

The intellectual development afforded by an undergraduate degree in mathematics provides an excellent background for a wide variety of careers and research. By the same token, since mathematics is extremely broad and the career/research opportunities are correspondingly diverse, there is no "single plan" that will work for every student of mathematics in every year. We encourage you to use the links below or in the navigation menu to the right to explore some of the research and career options available, but please note that it is important to always be on the lookout for career and research opportunities.