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Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Department of Mathematics & Statistics

College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Department of Mathematics & Statistics

College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

On-Campus

Program

120 Credit Hours

to Graduate

Full-Time, In-State Tuition

$5,010 Per Semester

Low-Cost Textbooks

For All Students

Solve Complex Mathematical Problems Facing the Modern World

Develop a set of skills valued by employers

Mathematics graduates are valued by employers because they know how to think logically, solve challenging problems, and effectively communicate their findings. EKU’s bachelor’s in mathematics allows you to customize your degree with concentrations in general mathematics or mathematics teaching based on your area of interest. Whether you want to teach math to the next generation, begin a career in business or industry, or continue your studies in graduate school, the range of career fields that mathematicians can enter is almost limitless.

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Career Outlook

Students of mathematics are preparing to enter careers in a wide range of industries to apply arithmetic and advanced techniques to make calculations, analyze data, and solve problems. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts overall employment in math occupations will grow much faster than the average for all occupations from now until 2032.

– U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

The program prepares students for a variety of jobs ranging from teaching mathematics in a high school environment to analyzing statistical data. Additionally, students are prepared to begin work in the Master of Arts in Applied Mathematics program at EKU.

Job Titles Include:

  • Actuary
  • Applied mathematician
  • Software engineer
  • Mathematician
  • Secondary mathematics teacher
  • Operations research analyst

Graduates of EKU’s mathematics program have a competitive edge in the job market and are prepared to work in a number of private and public sectors.

Employers Include:

  • Consultant/analyst for Meijer
  • Consultant/analyst for Target
  • Graduate research/teaching assistant at University of Kentucky
  • Graduate research/teaching assistant at University of Louisville
  • Area high school teacher
  • Kentucky State Government
  • National Institute of Health
  • Northrop Grumman
  • U.S. Census Bureau

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

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Why EKU?

  • Low-cost textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses
  • Fast-track opportunities for students with 80 or more credit hours
  • Generous credit transfer policy
  • Customize your degree with one of two concentration areas
  • Numerous free electives make a double major possible
  • Caring and committed instructors seeks to give students considerable individualized attention
  • Dynamic and supportive learning environment, including Mathematics and Statistics Tutoring Center
  • Active student organization, Kappa Mu Epsilon (KME), offers students an opportunity to socialize with other students who have similar interests

Program Options

Choose between two concentrations that offer the opportunity to tailor the degree to specific career goals and give you a competitive edge in the job market. Options include:

This concentration provides students with skills to apply mathematical techniques to solve social, economic, and scientific problems and teaches students to understand the power of mathematics in our rapidly changing technological age. Graduates will be well qualified for employment in any position requiring undergraduate training in mathematics.

This concentration is designed to provide students with the mathematics foundation needed to teach secondary mathematics. A course in secondary education methods and a semester of student teaching provide a smooth transition from coursework to workforce, which translates to a high job placement rate upon graduation. Integrating technology into the mathematics curriculum is a priority.

Minors & Certificates

Select from a wide range of minors, allowing you to explore interests or make use of prior credits. Suggested minors available for this program include:

  • Statistics
  • Actuarial Science
  • Computer Science

View the full list of minors available.

You can also choose from numerous undergraduate certificates in specialty areas that complement and enhance your major as you work toward your degree. Suggested certificates for this program include:

  • Artificial Intelligence

View the full list of certificates available for completion as you earn your degree.

Curriculum & Admission

Explore the foundations of mathematics and its applications. earn essential skills for a variety of careers. EKU’s curriculum prepares students to think logically, solve challenging problems, and inquire about new things. Course topics include calculus, linear algebra and matrices, logic and set theory, and modern algebra.

A minimum of 120 credits are required to graduate with a bachelor’s in mathematics.

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Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

Students may transfer up to 90 hours of credit from accredited institutions. Please note that a minimum of 30 credit hours in this degree program must be completed at Eastern Kentucky University.

Previously earned credits must be reviewed upon admission to EKU for appropriate articulation.

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All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit your materials noted below electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Enrolling & Advising Information

EKU’s College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics is committed to delivering high-quality enrollment and academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Interested in enrolling? Reach out to your enrollment advisor.

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Tevis Milburn

Associate Director, Enrollment Strategy

Call: 859-622-6284

Text: 859-251-2552

cstem.recruitment@eku.edu

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Robert Munafo

Enrollment Advisor

859-622-3101
robert.munafo@eku.edu

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Additional Contact Info

Admissions: 859-622-2106
Academic Testing: 859-622-1281
Big E Central (Financial Aid & Student Account Services): 859-622-2361
Military & Veterans Affairs Office: 859-622-2345

Student Stories & Features

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    I have gained confidence in myself and knowledge through learning for my degree. I wasn’t sure if I was going down the right degree pathway but now I cannot wait to begin a future with the job opportunities my degree will give me!

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    The faculty was tough and fair, they wanted me to succeed and they pushed me to think critically and logically. However, they were very understanding and cared deeply for their students. They helped to prepare me for the field of forensics and helped me strengthen my weaknesses.

  • Brad Rich

    EKU Forensic Science Graduate
    The thing that I feel like many people, including myself, find surprising about the program is how encompassing it is. It’s not all chemistry or biology but also public speaking and critical thinking incorporated with mock trial and capstone that truly prepare you for the field of forensic science. After graduating I realized just how well I was prepared by the faculty in my program, making the transition from education to career seamless.

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Room 313
4366 Kit Carson Drive
Richmond, KY 40475

859-622-5942
Fax: 859-622-3051
mathstat@eku.edu

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