Actuarial Science Minor
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the actuarial field is one of the fastest growing professions, consistently rated as one of the top five jobs in the U.S. based on income, job stability, demand and other factors. The actuarial field is unique, as it integrates mathematics, statistics, economics and finance, which gives actuaries a wide range of job opportunities. Actuaries must have good communication skills, high ethical standards and extensive academic training. Because their judgment is heavily relied upon, actuaries’ career paths often lead to upper management and executive positions. The Actuarial Sciences B.S. degree prepares students for work in the field and the professional examinations required. The two testing bodies in North America are the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS). Many students complete one or more of these exams while completing this degree, and most students are able to obtain an Associateship within three to five years after graduation.
Data Science Minor
The Data Science minor program is a cooperative effort between the Department of Mathematics, the Department of Statistics and Data Science, the Department of Computer Science, and the Department of Industrial Engineering. The Data Science minor program offers students the chance to develop an appreciation for applying data science alongside their major program. This prepares them for academic, industrial or governmental employment, as well as advanced study, while also fostering analytical skills, initiative and independence that are valuable for general problem-solving.
Mathematical Biology Minor
The Mathematical Biology minor program offers students the opportunity to develop an appreciation for applying mathematics in the field of Life Sciences. This prepares them for academic, industrial or governmental employment, as well as advanced study, while also fostering analytical skills, initiative and independence that are valuable for general problem-solving.
Mathematics Minor
The Mathematics minor program offers students the chance to develop an appreciation for applying mathematics alongside their major program. This prepares them for academic, industrial or governmental employment, as well as advanced study, while also fostering analytical skills, initiative and independence that are valuable for general problem-solving.
Statistics Minor
Statistical methods are used in a wide variety of administrative, social, biological, and physical sciences. Employers and members of graduate admissions committees understand the importance of a background in statistics. Earning a Minor in Statistics can give you an important edge in your career as you complete your undergraduate studies.