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Applied Mathematics

Studying mathematics is great preparation for a wide variety of career options. You aren't just learning about numbers and equations. The technical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills you need as a math major can be applied to many different fields...from teaching to insurance to data analysis. You'll find the skills you acquire at Grand View will add up to an amazing career.

Degree Level:

Undergraduate Programs

Program Type:

Major, Minor

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Full Time, In-Person

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Why Grand View?

Personalized electives to help you find the best fit for your interests and future goals
Dedicated faculty with open door policies who are dedicated to your academic success
Strong preparation for prospective high school mathematics teachers
Faculty who have expertise in applied mathematics, theoretical mathematics, mathematics education, statistics and computer science

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Program Details

The major in Applied Mathematics is designed to prepare students for positions in business and industry, e.g. actuarial science, geophysics; graduate study in mathematical sciences, business, physical sciences, or engineering; or teaching secondary school mathematics.

Course Requirements (45 credits)

Prerequisite courses for the major: Placement in MATH 231, Calculus with Analytic Geometry I, 5 credits.

Required courses for the major:

MATH 231	Calculus with Analytic Geometry I	5 credits
MATH 232	Calculus with Analytic Geometry II	5 credits
STAT 261	Applied Statistics	3 credits
MATH/PHIL 300	Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning	3 credits
MATH 310	Introduction to Mathematical Modeling	3 credits
MATH 327	Multivariable Calculus	4 credits
MATH 331	Linear Algebra	3 credits
MATH 450	Senior Seminar	3 credits
CPSC 155 or BSAD/CPSC 241	Programming Using Visual Basic or Computer Science I	3 credits or 3 credits

Plus 13 credits from:

MATH301	Modern Geometries	3 credits
MATH 322	Introduction to Differential Equations	3 credits
MATH 335	Introduction to Abstract Algebra	3 credits
MATH 350	Introduction to Real Analysis	4 credits
MATH 351	Introduction to Numerical Analysis	4 credits
STAT 361	Intro to Probability Theory	4 credits
MATH 399	Internship	3 credits
MATH 430	Topics in Mathematics	1-3 credits
MATH 340	Discrete Computational Structures	3 credits
MATH/PHYS 250	Statics and Properties of Materials	3 credits

These courses will be counted in computing the 2.2 GPA required for this major.

A student seeking the Iowa Teaching Endorsement #143 is required to take MATH 301, Modern Geometries, 3 credits, MATH 331, Linear Algebra, 3 credits, or MATH 335, Introduction to Abstract Algebra, 3 credits, and MATH 340, Discrete Computational Structures, 3 credits.

A student in the Pre-Engineering program is required to take MATH 322, Introduction to Differential Equations, 3 credits, MATH 351, Introduction to Numerical Analysis, 4 credits, and MATH/PHYS 250, Statics and Properties of Materials, 3 credits.

Mathematics Minor

The Minor in Mathematics is designed to enable a student with a significant interest in Mathematics to deepen his/her knowledge while pursuing a concentration in another field. While the concentration will often be in a field which makes significant use of mathematics, such as a science or a quantitative social science, it may be in any area of study.

With a bachelor's-level liberal arts degree and a minor in math, you could be well positioned for careers in a broad range of fields, including finance, mathematics, business and sales.

Course Requirements (22 credits)

MATH 231	Calculus with Analytic Geometry I	5 credits
MATH 232	Calculus with Analytics Geometry II	5 credits
STAT 261	Applied Statistics	3 credits
MATH 300	Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning	3 credits
MATH 331	Linear Algebra	3 credits
One additional mathematics course of 300 level or higher.		3-4 credits

Statistics Minor

The Statistics minor equips you with a general introduction to statistical theory, followed by further training in theoretical or applied statistics through a broad selection of elective classes. Through this minor, you will become able to participate in statistical analysis in the business or engineering world, and you will greatly enhance your preparedness for graduate study in fields involving quantitative analysis. The Statistics minor is an excellent counterpart to any undergraduate concentration at Grand View University.

Course Requirements (18-21 credits)

MATH 212 or MATH 231	Applied Calculus or Calculus with Analytic Geometry I	3 or 5 credits
STAT 239 or STAT 241 or STAT 261	Statistics for the Social Sciences or Principles of Statistics or Applied Statistics	4 or 3 credits
STAT 341	Regression Analysis	3 credits
Select 3 Courses
STAT / CPSC 260	Fundamental Programming for Data Mining and Analysis	3 credits
STAT 361	Introduction to Probability Theory	3 credits
STAT 441	Design and Analysis of Experiments	3 credits
STAT 461	Time Series Analysis	3 credits
STAT 430	Topics in Statistics	3 credits

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Tuition & Scholarships

At Grand View University, your tuition supports instruction delivered by knowledgeable and experienced faculty who uphold our tradition of exceptional teaching. Additionally, we are dedicated to offering a high-quality education at the most affordable cost.

Transfer Credits

No matter what major you’re thinking about, you may be able to transfer in as many as 75 credits from a community college or junior college. If you have an A.A. or A.A.S. from an Iowa community college, you will be automatically admitted at junior status.

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AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Faculty

Eric Hart • Editor and contributing author for Teaching and Learning Discrete Mathematics in the School Curriculum Worldwide, Springer, 2017. Co-chair of a conference-within-a-conference on discrete mathematics at the quadrennial International Congress on Mathematical Education (ICME-13), Hamburg, Germany, July 2016. Co-author of Transition to College Mathematics and Statistics, and Core-Plus Mathematics: Contemporary Mathematics in Context.

Dr. Craig Erickson • Assistant professor of mathematics, co-authored the research paper, "Rainbow arithmetic progressions" in Journal of Combinatorics, published by International Press. Dr. Erickson also co-organized the mini-symposium "Combinatorial Matrix Theory" and gave an invited talk at the 20th Conference of the International Linear Algebra Society, which took place in Leuven, Belgium, in July 2016.

WHY MAJOR IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS?

Forbes Magazine ranked Applied Mathematics as the 10th most valuable college major.
A degree in Applied Mathematics will open up a wide variety of opportunities to work in some of the highest paying careers such as computer science, engineering, actuary work, and much more.
Want to work for a government agency? Many government agencies particularly the National Security Agency (NSA) are known to hire a large number of mathematic graduates.

Make Your Mark

Mathematics is a field that many people shy away from, but there are some who had a passion for numbers and making discoveries regarding equations, measurements, and other numerical solutions in history. Use your mathematical abilities to make your mark on the world.