The Department of Mathematics offers a bachelor of arts program as well as a bachelor of science program with four specialty options. Each student pursuing the bachelor of science should select an option that meets their academic and career needs by completing a Program Declaration form in consultation with the department's faculty advisor. Ideally, this should be done prior to completing two mathematics courses beyond the calculus sequence. As appropriate, students can change their Program Declaration to select a different option or modify the program of study subject to the approval of the faculty advisor.

A strong mathematics background is essential to an increasing variety of careers. The Department of Mathematics encourages students to select a coherent body of courses in mathematics and in other disciplines that are consistent with their academic and career goals.