Learn the language of the universe. Apply it everywhere.
Mathematics is far more than numbers and calculations. It is a unique language that gives us an appreciation of the universe and helps us to define the world in which we live. If you find beauty – and your future – in understanding numbers, you should consider pursuing a degree in mathematics. Careers in research, education, insurance, computer design, computer operations, statistics, analytics, and more would be wide open to you.
At 鶹ý, you will be able to tailor your mathematics degree program to your personal interests and career goals. Classes are small enough that you can really get to know your classmates and your professors, and you’ll have access to state-of-the-art technology, bolstering your education and giving you hands-on experience putting math to work.
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Programs & Requirements
* The credit hours listed on this page only reference the specific program requirements and is not reflective of the total hours necessary to receive your degree. Cumberlands requires all students obtain a minimum of 60 hours for an associate’s degree and a total of 120 hours for a bachelor’s degree. Transfer and prior learning credits may be counted toward those totals.
To learn more about our General Education Requirements, please visit the page referenced below or explore our Academic Catalog.
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
With a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, you’ll have major advancement opportunities in the workforce. That equates to higher pay, new experiences, and a continuous mental challenge – perfect for a mathematical mind. Although few job titles specify “mathematician” as the role they’re seeking, employers in many industries prize people with a strong mathematics background for their critical thinking, actuarial know-how, and problem-solving skills.
Course Requirements
MATH 140 Calculus I
MATH 240 Calculus II
MATH 241 Calculus III
MATH 430 Differential Equations
MATH 431 Abstract Algebra
MATH 432 Linear Algebra
MATH 433 Discrete Mathematics
MATH 436 Real Analysis I
MATH 331 College Geometry
MATH 335 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
MATH 401 Mathematics History
MATH 435 Mathematical Statistics
MATH 437 Real Analysis II
MATH 490 Topics in Mathematics
PHYS 241 Physics I
PHYS 242 Physics II
A Bachelor of Arts degree requires completing the same courses as a Bachelor of Science with the addition of completing one foreign language sequence through the intermediate level.
FREN 131 Elementary French I
FREN 132 Elementary French II
FREN 231 Intermediate French I
FREN 232 Intermediate French II
SPAN 131 Elementary Spanish I
SPAN 132 Elementary Spanish II
SPAN 231 Intermediate Spanish I
SPAN 232 Intermediate Spanish II
Minor in Mathematics
Maybe you aren't necessarily looking to earn a bachelor's in mathematics, but you still want to do something with your love for numbers. A minor in mathematics is perfect for you, whether your major is related to math or is entirely different. Even with a minor, you will gain the critical thinking and problem-solving skills that come from our mathematics courses, which gives you extra credibility with future employers.
Course Requirements
MATH 140 Calculus I
MATH 240 Calculus II
MATH 241 Calculus III
Complete a minimum of 9 credit hours from the following options:
MATH 331 College Geometry
MATH 335 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
MATH 401 Mathematics History
MATH 430 Differential Equations
MATH 431 Abstract Algebra
MATH 432 Linear Algebra
MATH 433 Discrete Mathematics
MATH 435 Mathematical Statistics
MATH 436 Real Analysis I
MATH 437 Real Analysis II
MATH 490 Topics in Mathematics
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Mission & Goals
The mission of the mathematics program is to give students a broad understanding of math and an appreciation of its beauty and usefulness in the world. Math majors develop highly sought-after problem-solving skills, giving them an edge in the workforce.
Mathematics Careers & Outcomes
*All statistics from the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics
Statistician: $96,280
Statistician: $96,280
From big business and global markets to local, state and federal government, employers in every industry prize the critical-thinking and problem-solving skills gained by earning a math degree.
Natural Sciences Manager: $137,900
Natural Sciences Manager: $137,900
Your math background can also help you enter fields of scientific study, working in and/or managing laboratories and scientific studies.
High School Teacher: $61,820
High School Teacher: $61,820
With the right certification, you can pursue a career as a high school math teacher and pass on your math expertise to the next generation.
College Professor: $79,640
College Professor: $79,640
This degree program can also help you pursue a postsecondary teaching position as a college instructor, where you can follow in the footsteps of professors who inspired you by instilling a passion in the next generation of mathematicians.
Actuary: $105,900
Actuary: $105,900
Use your bachelor’s in mathematics to analyze the economic costs of risk and uncertainty as an actuary.
Management Analyst: $93,000
Management Analyst: $93,000
Put your math prowess to use as a management analyst where you will work with organizations and recommend ways to improve their efficiency.
Common Questions
The level of degree you choose to pursue in mathematics depends on your personal career interests. Some jobs require only a bachelor’s degree while others require a master’s or even a doctorate in a mathematics-related field. If you have a few careers you’re interested in, try researching what degree employers in those fields most often require!
In short, basically anything – but especially jobs that work with a lot of numbers and formulas. The types of courses offered in UC’s mathematics program will open a realm of prospective career paths for you in a number of industries, such as business and information systems, as well as careers in local, state, and the federal government. Find a field you love and go for it!
As a mathematics major at UC, you will need to complete 41 credit hours in the mathematics degree program, including 27 semester hours of basic math courses like algebra and calculus, 8 hours of physics, and 6 hours of your choice of mathematics electives.
While you are free to choose any minor offered at Cumberlands, you may be interested in finding a minor that goes well with your mathematics major. Some minors that are sure to complement your mathematics studies are: applied physics, business administration, any level of education, military science, information technology sciences, biology, and chemistry.
Yes. Courses in mathematics will help you develop some of the most vital mathematics, problem solving, and critical thinking skills that any career in medicine depends on. Combine these skills with the required medical school prerequisites listed by the university you are interested in attending, and your chances of being accepted into medical school definitely increase.
All programs at 鶹ý are offered at some of the lowest rates in the nation. For more information on how affordable this program would be for you, visit our Financial Aid page.
Faculty Experts in Mathematics
Learn more about the professors you will interact with in the Department of Mathematics.
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Amy Bowman
![Debbie Pierce](/sites/default/files/styles/faculty_card/public/2023-08/debbie_pierce_web.jpg?h=9952680c&itok=1DRqJLJo)
Debbie Pierce
![Kenny Siler](/sites/default/files/styles/faculty_card/public/2023-08/kenny_siler_web.jpg?h=47aa6b3d&itok=pYbly5La)
Kenny Siler
Kenny Siler
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