What you will study
Learn problem-solving and analytical skills in the University of Central Missouri’s
BS in Mathematics degree program. Our undergraduate courses teach you how to communicate
mathematical ideas and apply theories to real-world scenarios.
Take courses in calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, topology and modern
algebra to learn how to perform a wide range of mathematical functions. You’ll also
study statistics, discrete mathematics, probability, graph theory, combinatorics and
data analysis to understand how to apply math to solve problems.
Finally, gain knowledge focused on what to do with a Math degree and how mathematics
can be applied to business in classes such as:
- Principles of Data Mining
- Mathematics of Finance
- Regression Analysis
- Computer Programming
Excellence in Mathematics
- Mathematics faculty at the University of Central Missouri lead local and national
efforts to improve instruction in mathematics and research.
Unique learning opportunities for the degree in Mathematics
Take part in activities outside the classroom to practice your mathematics and problem-solving
skills.
- Internships: Get a feel for what it’s like to apply mathematics in the workplace. Use UCM’s Career and Life Design Center to find internship opportunities that show you what to do with a Math degree. Some
Math majors even get full-time job offers from their internships before they graduate.
- Undergraduate research: Work on a research project alongside a faculty mentor with expertise in your area
of interest. Get experience performing research, writing up your findings and submitting
work for presentation at conferences and professional events.
- Student life: Join classmates who share your interests. UCM’s student organizations host guest speakers, organize competitions and encourage networking. Math majors
often participate in UCM’s student chapter of the Mathematical Association of America
and the Missouri Beta Chapter of Kappa Mu Epsilon, the national mathematics honor
society.
What can you do with a Mathematics degree from UCM?
The University of Central Missouri’s bachelor’s degree in Mathematics teaches you
problem-solving and critical-thinking skills that prepare you for a wide range of
careers.
Graduates have found success with companies such as Kansas City Life, Sun Life, the
Department of Homeland Security, Boeing and Cerner; the Federal Reserve and other
government agencies; and offices and other organizations across the public and private
sectors. Their roles focus on exciting areas such as:
- Business consulting
- Cryptanalysis and cryptography
- Data analysis
- Genetics research
- Teaching
You can also continue your education in graduate school before entering the workforce.
Earn an advanced degree to prepare you to apply your mathematics skills in a field
such as computer science, physics or economics. Continue into a Ph.D. program to build
the knowledge needed to teach at a college or university.
What to do with UCM’s Math degree
Use the interactive tool below to learn what to do with a Math degree from UCM. Explore
open jobs, career paths, salary information, employment growth and other career data
points to help get you started in the field.
Financial assistance options for your Mathematics degree
The University of Central Missouri offers an affordable education that puts a bachelor’s
degree within reach. Our tuition is lower than many of our competitors, and we provide
a variety of ways to help you finance your college education. Options include scholarships, grants, tuition awards and federal financial aid.
UCM sets aside a large number of scholarships and awards for students earning a bachelor’s
degree in Mathematics, including some specifically for incoming freshmen. Some of
these scholarships include:
- Dr. Cynthia Ramey Scholarship in Mathematics
- Dr. Shing So Memorial Scholarship
- Dr. Vince Edmondson Math and Computer Science Scholarship
- Edward Davenport Memorial Scholarship
- Gerald C. Schrag Scholarship in Mathematics
- H. Keith Stumpff Scholarship
- John W. White Scholarship in Mathematics
- Karen A. Schultz Scholarship in Mathematics
- Mathematics Achievement Award
You can learn more about program-specific scholarships at the UCM Scholarship Finder. You can also earn money to help pay for your bachelor’s degree in Mathematics by
working as a math tutor or a lab teaching assistant.
Meet James G.
BS Mathematics ’16
“The UCM Math department has given me all the tools I need to succeed in graduate
school and for the rest of my math career. The faculty go out of their way to assist
every student in meeting their academic goals.”
Accelerated Mathematics BS/MS Program
Earn your master’s in Mathematics degree faster
Graduate in five years with a BS and MS degree in Mathematics. Start your graduate
study early with advanced calculus, modern algebra, combinatorics, graph theory and
topology. Then, finish your Mathematics BS/MS degrees by either passing an exam and
writing and defending a thesis or writing and presenting a master’s project.
Learn More
Meet Dr. Blaise Heider
Before Dr. Heider came to UCM, he spent a year at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg,
FL. While at the University of Louisiana and Eckerd College, he taught a wide range
of freshmen and sophomore level courses including college algebra, precalculus-algebra,
precalculus-trigonometry, business calculus, calculus 1, calculus 2 and elementary
statistics.
Meet Our Faculty
SCE Dual Degree Program
A partnership between UCM and UMKC
Earn a BS degree in Mathematics from UCM and either a BS in Civil Engineering, Electrical
and Computer Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Kansas
City. This partnership allows undergraduate students to focus and hone their mathematics
skills while applying them to the engineering field.
UCM-UMKC Partnership
Meet Dr. Nalin Fonseka
Dr. Fonseka's research focuses on Differential Equations (Nonlinear Elliptic Boundary
Value Problems) and Mathematical Ecology (Steady State Reaction-Diffusion Equations
modeling population dynamics, including the density-dependent dispersal on the boundary
and effects of exterior matrix hostility).
Meet Our Faculty
Meet Mathematics Professor Phoebe McLaughlin
Leader in mathematics course design
Dr. McLaughlin draws on her diverse background in library science and mathematics
to lead efforts on redesigning mathematics courses to improve student outcomes and
program retention. She also holds leadership positions at UCM and with local and national
organizations to guide the direction of mathematics education in Missouri and throughout
the United States.
Meet Our Faculty
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