Mathematics Major
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mathematics is designed for students interested in entering careers in mathematics or continuing on to graduate school. You’ll study foundational subjects such as calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, probability and statistics, and discrete math. As you progress in the program, you’ll learn new ways of thinking mathematically, learn proof techniques, and hone your problem-solving skills.
What can I do with this degree?
CareerCast currently ranks the professions of statistician, mathematician, and actuary among the top 10 professions, with actuary as the number 1 position:
- Actuary
- Financial forecaster
- Operations research
- Statistician
- Mathematician
- Compensation analyst
- Associate optimization analyst
- Compliance engineer
Our graduates work at places like:
- Securian
- Citibank
- Target (operations research)
- Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Some of our graduates have gone on to study:
- Computer science
- Biostatistics
- Applied statistics and research methods
Visit our alumni page to see what our recent graduates have been doing.
What skills will I develop?
- Problem solving
- How to apply abstract concepts to concrete problems
- How to break down complex problems into smaller steps
You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in the R.E.A.L. Experience—a program specifically designed to help you gain the relevant, hands-on experience employers desire—so that when you graduate, you’ll be as impressive in practice as you are on paper.
What unique experiences or opportunities will I have?
- Competitions in the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) and the COMAP Mathematical Contest in Modeling
- Membership in Bethel’s MAA chapter
- Internships for academic credit or to earn income
- Original research with faculty
Top 10 college math team
- COMAP Mathematical Contest in Modeling$84K
annual median wage of recent computer science graduates
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Upcoming Events
JUNE 20 2023
CANCELLED - Computer Game Development Camp
The core of this camp is to introduce more advanced topics not typically covered in high school.
JUNE 21 2023
CANCELLED - Computer Game Development Camp
The core of this camp is to introduce more advanced topics not typically covered in high school.
JUNE 22 2023
CANCELLED - Computer Game Development Camp
The core of this camp is to introduce more advanced topics not typically covered in high school.
Mathematically-talented Christians need to think of mathematics as a path in which they may live out their faith. We can use our knowledge to further God's kingdom and live as lights in this world.
Megan Hawley '10Current job: Data Scientist / Scientist III R&D, Honeywell Aerospace
Bethel served as a launchpad for me to eventually discover my purpose in Jesus' kingdom, which includes my career as a budding entrepreneur founding Laminera, as well as how I've evolved in my faith and integrated the two.
Lauren Otto '12Founder and CEO of Laminera
