Bachelor's in Mathematics

As a graduate of UNCG’s Bachelor’s in Mathematics degree — available as a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) — you’ll be technically competent and well-grounded in mathematical theory, with strong career prospects in a variety of fields, thanks to our emphasis on undergraduate research opportunities. Both of our Bachelor’s in Mathematics offer the opportunity to pursue our Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) and earn your Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Statistics in conjunction with your bachelor’s. You can also pursue Disciplinary Honors in Mathematics.

B.S. OR B.A. — WHICH mathematics DEGREE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics is more technically oriented than the B.A. Focused on intensive training and research, it provides solid preparation for work or further study in mathematics or a related field. Students interested in graduate school — such as our M.S. in Applied Statistics (also available as part of our Accelerated Master’s Program) or our Post-Bachelor’s Certificate (PBC) in Statistics should get the B.S. degree.

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mathematics is more flexible than the B.S. It offers you the opportunity to specialize in mathematics with a General Mathematics, Health Informatics, or Statistics concentration. The B.A. in Mathematics degree enables you to follow a broad liberal arts program or specialize in a second area, possibly even taking a second major.

Bachelor’s in mathematics degree PROGRAM DISTINCTIONS

• The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers numerous research opportunities to undergraduate students, including the NSF-supported Research Experience for Undergraduates (REUs).
• Several Mathematics students have received awards and recognitions for research, presented at conferences, and published journal articles with faculty mentors. 
• Mathematics offers an Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP), allowing you to earn both your B.S. or B.A. in Mathematics and your M.S. in Applied Statistics in as little as five years.
• Our faculty are active researchers and have received grants from the Joseph M. Bryan Foundation, the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, the National Security Agency, NC Quest, the Simons Foundation, and others.

THE bachelor’s in mathematics STUDENT EXPERIENCE

• Conduct research along with faculty members during summer research experiences for undergraduates.
• Enjoy opportunities to gain hands-on experience working on data analysis projects for organizations such as the Greensboro Police Department and Cone Health.
• Network with other math majors in a relaxed setting in the Math Club and UNCG’s student chapter of the Association for Women in Mathematics.

AFTER GRADUATIng with your mathematics degree

• Bachelor’s in Mathematics graduates find career opportunities in industry, government, business, secondary school teaching, higher education, and more.
• Graduates found employment with organizations including Atlantic BT, Evonik Industries, Zenergy Technologies, MercuryGate International, Guilford County Schools, Johnston County Schools, and IBM.
• Potential career paths include:
  • Data Analyst
  • Quality Assurance Specialist
  • Teacher
  • Accountant
  • Engineer
  • Mathematician
  • Computer Programmer
  • Architect
• The program is excellent preparation for an advanced degree in many areas, including actuarial sciences, computer science, economics, engineering, law, mathematics, operations research, and statistics. Our graduates have gone on to Wake Forest University, Texas A&M University, Smith College, Clemson University, and the University of Washington.

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