Applied Mathematics major

At EMU, mathematics – the language of problem solving – is about digging deeper into the heart of science and technology with applied mathematics. Math students at EMU love a good challenge and have been highly placed in several national and international mathematics challenges.

Earning a math major or minor at EMU is about being personally guided by professors who will invest their time in you, who believe your mathematical passions and gifts are needed in the world, who will challenge you to use mathematics to value people and make the world a better place.

At EMU, learning is hands on and real world. It's service minded. It's marketable. And it's focused on expanding your world.

Why study applied mathematics at EMU?
- Be mentored by professors who give you individual attention
- Enjoy the comradery of high-achieving students in the department
- Be challenged to live sustainably and use your skills to care for the earth
- Apply mathmatics to real-world problems and create innovative solutions that help others.
- Explore your diverse range of interests: computer programming, music, gaming, sports, poetry, social justice and much more
Student opportunities/internships
- Participate in the annual Kryptos Competition
- Work on projects with real-world implications, like hypersonic aircraft or a solar golf cart.
- Present your STEM poster during the Academic and Creative Excellence Festival
- Suter Science Seminars bring STEM professionals to campus
- Attend and participate in conferences
Affordability
Learn about the Brenneman-Longacher Math Scholarship for majors.
- 99% of undergrads receive financial aid
- The average assistance package is over $37,000
- Over $21 million in aid is awarded each year
Financial aid packages often include:
Learn more by contacting EMU's Financial Assistance Office or checking out our net price calculator.

Curriculum

The following 31 SH program of courses is required:

MATH 170 Discrete Mathematics - 4
MATH 185 Calculus I - 4
MATH 195 Calculus II - 4
STAT 150 Data Visualization - 2
STAT 220 Inferential Statistics - 2
MATH 284 Multivariate Calculus - 2
*MATH 350 Linear Algebra - 3
CS courses - 6
PHYS 252/253 University Physics I Lecture/Lab - 4

Choose 7 additional credits from the following list:

STAT 230 Regression and ANOVA - 2
*MATH 286 Vector Calculus - 2
*MATH 310 Differential Equations - 3
Topics in Computer Science or Engineering - 2
*MATH 470 Mathematical Probability - 3

Complete a minor from an approved field, such as

Data Analytics (6 additional credits)
Actuarial Science (15 additional credits)
Computer Science (10 additional credits)

Notes related to the CORE:

MATH 170 Discrete Mathematics will meet the Writing Intensive requirement.
1 SH of Career Experience credit will be fulfilled through LARTS 391, LARTS 410, or other Career Experience approved by the program.

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