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"In high school, I discovered cryptography: the science and art of creating secret messages or breaking someone else’s secret code. I always loved math, but I find math applied to cryptography irresistibly intriguing." - Jeffrey M. Ward '08, 2007 - 2008 Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship winner. Ward's essay for the competition focused on Mathematical Cryptology. Read more
Mathematics
Mathematics means a lot more than just numbers. Math is concepts, creativity, invention and solutions. It is the purest of all sciences. An undergraduate degree in mathematics leads to any number of rewarding careers in industry, government or education. Mathematicians, statisticians, actuaries, computer programmers, and analysts are all in high demand.
At Clarkson, you will benefit from the personal attention that has become our hallmark. Our faculty will work to prepare you for a world economy that demands expertise in technology, creativity in analyzing problems, and an understanding of diverse perspectives. We take a project-based approach to learning. Our focus on creative application of knowledge and skills to solve practical, real-world problems. As part of your degree, you will have the opportunity to focus on one of these concentrations.
Applied Mathematics and Statistics
Every field of science, engineering, technology and business requires the talents of a professional with exceptional quantitative problem-solving abilities.
Actuarial Mathematics
An actuary uses probability and statistical theory to evaluate future probabilities and their impact on insurance companies and financial institutions, and on population studies and many related decisions.
Statistics
Economics, engineering, business and management, market research, science and technology all have one thing in common — statistics.
Mathematics
Advanced electives and the opportunity to incorporate graduate-level courses in your undergraduate curriculum prepare you for employment or graduate studies.
In additions to our bachelor's degree programs, Clarkson also offers graduate degrees in mathematics.