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Mathematics

Mathematics at Alma College

Working within a structured, quantitative framework and thinking abstractly are experiences encountered by all who study the mathematical sciences. Because mathematics is the study of pattern as well as content, its applications span diverse fields.

Career opportunities

Students trained in mathematics find employment in fields such as:

  • Actuarial science
  • Computer systems analysis and programming
  • Engineering
  • Industrial research and development
  • Statistical quality control
  • Teaching

Graduates of Alma's Mathematics Programs have entered graduate school in a variety of areas, including:

  • Actuarial science
  • Economics
  • Engineering
  • Law
  • Mathematics
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Management science
  • Medicine
  • Operations research
  • Statistics

Information

  • Math Handbook for Majors (Word)
  • Almagest Volume 2 No. 4 (Word)
  • Admissions Academic Program - One Sheet (pdf)

 

Alma College has phenomenal 90 percent placement rates into medical and law schools, compared to a national average of 46.6 percent for medical school placement. More than 90 percent of all Alma graduates report working in full-time positions or attending graduate school within six months of graduation.

 

Graduate Profile

Jason Bandlow
Graduation: 2005
Major: Mathematics

After receiving his Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of California — San Diego, Bandlow will work at the University of California — Davis as a post-doctoral researcher for the 2007-2008 school year.