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The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers two degree programs—a bachelor of arts and a bachelor of science—as well as numerous specializations to fit your interests. They are all designed to increase your analytical and logical thinking, improve your problem-solving skills, preparing you for a career in a wide variety of fields.
The bachelor of arts degree provides a traditional liberal arts experience through a balanced course of study in the arts, humanities, foreign language, social and natural sciences. The bachelor of science degree is an "expanded major," which provides a more intense experience in mathematics, statistics, computing and science.
Regardless of which option you chose, math and stats majors take courses that cover calculus, linear algebra, statistics and analysis, among other topics. Math majors graduate with the ability to use mathematical concepts and models to solve problems.
In addition to a general emphasis, students can specialize in applied mathematics, discrete mathematics/operations research or statistics.
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers a wide range of ways for students to get involved in math outside the classroom. Our faculty welcome undergraduate students to participate in research projects, providing valuable real-world math experience that can help you network, gain research skills and prepare for graduate study or a career.
We also have an undergraduate math club that competes in math competitions and provides a way for students to meet other undergraduates with similar interests.
A math minor is a great way for students interested in math to gain a concentration in the field and can serve as a good complement to a number of degree programs, from engineering to physics to business and information systems. The department offers both a minor in math and a minor in statistics.
A statistics minor prepares you to understand basic principles of probability and statistics and provides the skills to use data to construct arguments and analyze them critically. A minor in statistics is a great addition to almost any degree program, from journalism to biology and more.
The NevadaTeach program is a dual-degree program where you can complement your bachelor's degree in mathematics with a degree in secondary education. In addition to the range of mathematics careers, graduates of the NevadaTeach program are prepared for a career teaching math at the middle- and high-school levels.
A degree in math not only provides expertise in mathematical topics but also equips graduates with critical thinking and reasoning skills that employers value. So it's no surprise that math majors can be found in a wide range of industries.
Mathematicians work in a wide range of settings, including government, healthcare, education as well as in private industries. Mathematicians may be involved in diverse areas such as polling, market research and analysis, business intelligence, and research and development.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, mathematicians should see strong demand for their skills in coming years. The BLS projects a 33 percent increase in job growth for mathematicians and statisticians from 2020-2030, driven primarily by the pervasive use of data and statistical analysis across sectors, including healthcare, policy and financial services. The rise of computing power and big data should create job opportunities for individuals skilled in using computers to analyze data sets.
According to the BLS, mathematicians and statisticians, many who have a graduate degree, had a median annual salary of $96,280 in 2021.
76% of students receive financial aid
Almost everyone is eligible to receive some kind of aid. We offer need-based and merit-based forms of financial aid to help you afford college.
54% of all students graduate with no debt
That's right. More than half of our students leave the University of Nevada, Reno with no student debt.
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