Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics

The Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply mathematical ideas and techniques to a wide array of needs in engineering and science. This program is tailored to provide students with a background suitable for employment in industry or for pursuing graduate study in mathematics, engineering, or related fields.

Program Overview

• The program requires students to complete 48 courses, including required courses in mathematics, engineering, and science, as well as core applied math major courses.
• Students have the flexibility to tailor the program to their area of interest through concentration area courses, technical electives, and unrestricted electives.
• The innovative first-year curriculum, known as Engineering First, provides students with the fundamentals of a successful engineering education and allows them to experience real engineering early in their undergraduate careers.

Concentration Areas

The program offers students the option to concentrate in one of the following broadly defined areas:

• Engineering
• Mathematical social sciences (e.g., economics)
• Pure Mathematics
• Numerics
• The sciences

Combined BS/MS Program

The Combined Bachelor’s/Master’s Program allows undergraduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) and master’s degree (MS) simultaneously, shortening the time required to earn a master’s degree.

Complementary Programs

Students can supplement their degree with programs and experiences that prepare them for the next step in their education and career, including:

• Gaining business acumen through certificates from Kellogg, such as the Financial Economics Certificate or the Managerial Analytics Certificate.
• Conducting cutting-edge research in applied mathematics as part of research groups comprised of faculty, post-graduate researchers, and students from both applied math and various engineering and science disciplines.
• Jumpstarting their career through the Cooperative Engineering Education Program, which allows students to receive up to 18 months of engineering experience in industry while pursuing their degree.

Career Paths

Students who earn a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics are well-prepared to function as professional mathematicians, excel in graduate study, or apply their knowledge in other areas such as engineering, science, finance, business management, law, technology, or medicine. The program provides professional development opportunities, including internships and comprehensive career placement resources, to prepare students for the next step in their careers.