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Mathematics (B.S.) - Data Science Specialization

Numbers, variables and formulas can take the world almost anywhere.

Data scientist, actuary, statistician, financial/business analyst, risk analyst, credit analyst– the list of great careers for data science is long and growing. The data science specialization of the mathematics program provides an outstanding educational experience to students interested in any of the wide range of excellent career or graduate school choices available in data science. Graduates gain all the mathematical expertise associated with the B.S. in mathematics program while simultaneously building substantial additional expertise in the mathematical, statistical and computational methods of data science. Graduates are thus prepared for any post-graduation outcome including immediate entry into the professional world or further study in a pursuit of a ³¾²¹²õ³Ù±ð°ù’s degree or a Ph.D. in mathematics, statistics or data science.

Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
  • Are an analytical, logical thinker.
  • Are curious and enjoy solving problems.
  • Enjoy an intellectual challenge.
  • Want your work to make a difference.
  • Want to be valuable to a wide range of potential employers.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
  • Data scientist
  • Predictive analyst
  • Statistician
  • Financial/business analyst
  • Risk analyst
Recent Employers
Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:
  • Amazon
  • First Bank and Trust
  • Mayo Clinic
  • Microsoft
  • Sanford Health
  • Weather Analytics
Internship Opportunities
We have provided the following internship opportunities:
  • CAPITAL Card Services
  • Daktronics
  • Midland National Life
  • Premier Bankcard
  • Sanford Health
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
  • Math Club
Ready to take the next step?
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