Mathematics

Accreditation

NWCCU

Degree Type

Major/ Minor

Major Credits

44

Minor Credits

24

Location

Forest Grove

Format

In Person

Why Study Mathematics?

Learn to read and speak the language of mathematics and develop logical thinking that can be applied to many industries.

In Pacific’s mathematics major program, students can:

Learn alongside award-winning faculty members dedicated to your success. Our faculty members conduct research, author textbooks, travel abroad to work with budding mathematicians in developing nations, and play an active role in influencing mathematics curricula nationwide.
Prepare for a variety of careers by combining mathematics major coursework with classes in education, data science, chemistry, physics and more. Students can also choose to specialize in actuarial science, advanced mathematics, biomathematics and secondary mathematics education.
Work closely with faculty to complete an individualized research mathematics major capstone project.
Enjoy excellent facilities, including student study space, a computer lab with statistical and mathematical software and a mathematical games library.

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What Can You Do with a Mathematics Degree?

Mathematics graduates from Pacific University have pursued a wide variety of careers, including:

Engineering and Technical Work
The mathematics major includes courses in applied mathematics that have helped our graduates enter graduate school in engineering and obtain good jobs in technical fields.

Finance and Actuarial Science
Many mathematics majors pursue careers in risk assessment, mathematical finance and actuarial science. These are consistently ranked among the number one careers, offering stability, excitement, and excellent compensation.

Teaching
The mathematics major is especially powerful for students considering middle or high school teaching. Pacific's faculty work directly with the College of Education and with current teachers to ensure that our program is current and appropriate for today's teachers.

Graduate School for Mathematics
Because Pacific's curriculum follows MAA guidelines, students with a mathematics major from Pacific are well-prepared to enter graduate school in mathematics.

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