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Mathematics

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About This Program

You enjoy tackling complex challenges. You’re not overwhelmed by details. You want to bring your critical thinking skills to the next level. Mathematics may be the major for you.

Why Utica University

The mathematics program at Utica University focuses on providing students with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis—knowledge that can be applied in a broad variety of fields, including some of the nation's most innovative professions. Mathematics majors work with an exceptionally accomplished faculty and have access to advanced learning technology, as well as opportunities for collaborative research and achievement.

Contact Information

Office of Admissions

(315) 792-3006
admiss@utica.edu

General Information

Track

  • Major

Degree

  • B.A.

Location

  • Utica Campus

Duration

  • 4 Years
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Mathematics at Utica

At bigger schools, undergrads are lucky to wash dishes in a research lab. At Utica, I got to own my own project as a sophomore. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Amanda Butler '09 Lead Scientist, NASA

Career Opportunities

Mathematics majors gain preparation for a broad range of career options, including but not limited to:
    • Communication Engineering
    • Computer Programming
    • Banking
    • Insurance
    • Market Research
    • Teaching
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Teamwork

Each year the program fields a team in the Annual Putnam Mathematical Competition sponsored by the Mathematical Association of American (MAA).
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Choices

Students in the Utica mathematics program have the choice of two concentrations. They can choose either the general mathematics concentration or one for prospective mathematics teachers.

What you'll learn

The mathematics department of Utica University offers two concentrations for the major in mathematics. The General Mathematics Curriculum offers a sound foundation in pure and applied mathematics for those seeking careers in mathematical fields and those who plan to continue their study of higher mathematics in graduate school. The Concentration for Prospective Math Teachers is intended for those students who are preparing for careers teaching mathematics.

Full Mathematics Curriculum and Learning Objectives
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Mathematics Faculty

Dr. Hossein Behforooz
Hossein Behforooz, Ph.D.
  • Professor of Mathematics
Dr. Brad Emmons
Brad A. Emmons, Ph.D.
  • Associate Professor of Mathematics
Dr. John Peter
John W. Peter, Ph.D.
  • Associate Professor of Mathematics
Andrew Reeves
Andrew B. Reeves, M.S.M.E.
  • Assistant Professor of Mathematics
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Batthana Mudiyanselage S. Wickramasinghe, Ph.D.
  • Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Dr. Xiao Xiao
Xiao Xiao, Ph.D.
  • Professor of Mathematics

A Degree That Works

Mathematics majors gain preparation for a broad range of career options, including communication engineering, computer programming, banking, insurance, market research, meteorology, teaching and much more. Utica mathematics alumni have taken leadership positions at:

 

  • General Electric
  • Goldman Sachs
  • Berkshire Health Systems
  • Lockheed Martin
  • Bausch & Lomb
  • Nucor Steel
  • PAR Technology
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Opportunities

The Utica mathematics program also offers opportunities for undergraduates to present research conducted with the faculty at the Seaway Section meetings of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA), which are held twice a year.

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