Why Choose Mathematics?
Mathematics is an essential tool for understanding other disciplines and the world around us. This program will help students develop logical reasoning and problem solving skills forming a basis for success in their careers and future studies.
Here is a list of skills you will gain when you study mathematics:
- Functional analysis
- Number theory
Careers in Mathematics
Projected Job Growth
Here is the projected job growth in the state of Minnesota for a variety of professions that use skills from mathematics (according to ISeek.org):
|Employment of actuaries is projected to grow 30.8% through 2020, much faster than the average occupation|
|Employment of mathematicians is projected to grow 16.1% through 2020|
|Employment of operations research analysts is projected to grow 10.8% through 2020|
|Employment of statisticians is projected to grow 20% through 2020.|
Types of Jobs
Individuals who study Mathematics typically pursue careers in the field of:
- College Mathematical Science Teachers
- High School Teachers
- Natural Sciences Managers
- Operations Research Analysts
Average State Pay
According to Iseek.org, the median annual pay in the state of Minnesota for the following positions in mathematics is:
|Actuaries - $93,808 ($45.10 per hour)|
|Mathematicians - $103,355 ($49.69 per hour)|
|Operations Research Analyst - $82,555 ($39.69 per hour)|
|Statisticians - $83,012 ($39.91 per hour).|
Mathematics programs teach people how to use math to solve problems.
Degrees & Certificates in Mathematics
The Associate in Arts degree with an emphasis in Math is designed to certify that students have completed the requirements through the sophomore level for a baccalaureate degree in mathematics at most 4-year institutions. These courses also provide a solid foundation for most science and technical programs.