Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics
Mathematics majors at MVNU are prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation or to pursue additional education in graduate school. Mathematicians are essential partners with scientists, business people, bankers, and politicians because they have the understanding and mastery of skills necessary for a successful and productive future.
Courses are offered in algebra, calculus, statistics, computer science, and discrete mathematics, and all students are given the option to choose electives among a number of advanced courses and topics. Creative teaching techniques enhance the classroom experience, and faculty individually mentor our students.
What’s more, attendance at professional mathematics meetings and conferences will give you the opportunity to become familiar with the professional world of mathematics.
Want to teach mathematics? You can pair a major in Mathematics with a co-major in Secondary Education to earn your Ohio teaching license in grades 7-12 Integrated Mathematics.
Concentrations
Mathematics (Graduate School/Industry Concentration), B.S.
The purpose of the grad school/industry concentration is to provide academic preparation for those students planning to go right into the workforce (non-education) or are planning to continue on to graduate school.
Mathematics (Secondary Education Concentration), B.S.
The purpose of the Secondary Education Concentration is to provide academic preparation for those students planning to teach high school or middle school mathematics after graduation. Full preparation for teacher licensure includes a comajor: Candidates who wish to teach in secondary education must complete the Secondary Education co-major and general education courses which are listed in the Jetter School of Professional Studies section of this catalog.
Mathematics, B.A.
The Mathematics B.A. is less rigorous than the B.S. It is well suited as a second major to be paired with and to support a primary first major, particularly a first major in the sciences.
Faith & learning at MVNU
At MVNU, our Christian faith is at the core of everything we do. Whether it’s opening class with prayer, diving into Scripture, or examining real-world moral and ethical challenges, we’re committed to shaping students who live out their faith with purpose. Here, you won’t just learn — you’ll be transformed.
Travel
Our travel and study afar programs are more than just an opportunity to see the world — they’re a chance to grow in your faith while experiencing new cultures. Whether you’re serving in communities across the U.S. or learning abroad, each journey is designed to broaden your perspective, deepen your compassion, and equip you to live out your callings in a global context — all while adding valuable experience to your résumé.
Service Learning:
- Belize (Tropical Biology)
- Swaziland
- Haiti
- Croatia, Austria & Hungary
- Italy
- Spain, Portugal & France
- Greater Columbus Area
- Orlando
- San Francisco
- New Orleans
- Washington, D.C.
- Guyana
- Guatemala
Scholarships
MVNU has many endowed scholarships available for students of a wide variety of backgrounds and majors.
Careers
A degree in Mathematics from MVNU opens the door to a wide range of career opportunities and lays a solid foundation for graduate school.
TECHNICIAN
Apply mathematical formulas to engineering projects, research efforts, business practices, or industrial processes
STATISTICIAN
Analyze data to solve issues in the industry, academia, business, and government.
ECONOMIST
Study the reasoning behind decisions people make using data to boost profits, create better public policy, or conduct research.
ACCOUNTANT
Keep and interpret financial records for companies and individuals.
ENGINEER
Leverage your math skills to design and build tomorrow’s great inventions
METEOROLOGIST
Study weather trends to forecast and predict weather outcomes.
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