Mathematics and Statistics Major

Description: A program with a general synthesis of mathematics and statistics or a specialization which draws from mathematics and statistics. Includes instruction in calculus, linear algebra, numerical analysis and partial differential equations, discrete mathematics, probability theory, statistics, computing, and other related topics. Is Mathematics and Statistics the right major for you?
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Mathematics and Statistics Major

What Courses Do Mathematics and Statistics Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Mathematics and Statistics majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Algebra
  • Calculus
  • Statistical Methods
  • Statistics

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