Bachelor's in Mathematics - General Mathematics

Build a strong foundation in mathematics while exploring the flexibility of a liberal arts education. The General Mathematics concentration within the B.A. in Mathematics degree at UNC Greensboro develops your skills in mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and quantitative analysis through coursework spanning pure and applied mathematics.

This concentration is ideal if you want a broad mathematical background that can support careers in business, education, technology, government, and other fields. You’ll gain the analytical and critical thinking skills employers value while having the flexibility to pursue teacher licensure, a second major or minor, or further study in mathematics and related disciplines.

B.A. in Mathematics – General Mathematics Concentration Highlights

• Build a broad foundation in mathematics. Study topics across pure and applied mathematics while developing the analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills that employers and graduate programs value.
• Customize your course of study. Choose from a variety of upper-level mathematics courses to align your degree with your academic interests, professional goals, or plans for advanced study.
• Learn from accomplished scholars and researchers. Mathematics faculty are active researchers whose work is supported by organizations such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, National Security Agency, and other leading funding agencies.
• Apply mathematics across disciplines. Explore connections between mathematics and fields such as business, computer science, economics, education, and the natural and social sciences.
• Earn your bachelor’s and master’s degrees faster. Through the Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP), qualified students can earn both a B.A. in Mathematics and a Master of Science in Applied Statistics in as little as five years.

THE General Mathematics Concentration STUDENT EXPERIENCE

• Conduct research alongside faculty mentors. Participate in research projects, present findings at conferences, and contribute to scholarly work.
• Apply mathematics to real-world challenges. Gain hands-on experience analyzing data and solving problems for community and industry partners, including organizations such as Cone Health and the Greensboro Police Department.
• Attend seminars, workshops, and guest lectures. Engage with new ideas and explore current topics in mathematics.
• Connect with fellow mathematics students and faculty. Build your network through organizations such as the Math Club and the student chapter of the Association for Women in Mathematics.
• Explore interdisciplinary applications of mathematics. Discover how mathematical thinking supports work in fields such as business, economics, science, technology, and education.

AFTER GRADUATINg with a bachelor of Arts in Mathematics – General Mathematics

The General Mathematics concentration prepares you to apply analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills across a wide range of industries. Graduates pursue careers in business, government, technology, education, and other fields where mathematical reasoning and data-driven decision-making are valued.

UNCG mathematics graduates have found employment with organizations such as Atlantic BT, Evonik Industries, Zenergy Technologies, MercuryGate International, IBM, Guilford County Schools, and Johnston County Schools. The concentration also provides excellent preparation for graduate and professional study. Graduates have continued their education at institutions such as Wake Forest University, Texas A&M University, Smith College, Clemson University, and the University of Washington, pursuing advanced degrees in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, economics, operations research, law, and related fields.

Potential Career Paths