Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences
Mathematical Mathematics/Applied Mathematics is the application of mathematical methods to real world problems. It is applied to such fields as physics, engineering, medicine, biology, business, computer science, and industry.
What is Mathematical Sciences?
Mathematical Sciences is the field of study that use mathematics to address real world issues such as making solar energy economical, engineering better medicines, controlling emerging diseases, making decisions on fair policymaking, controlling organized crime networks, and reverse global warming.
Mathematical Sciences Careers
Students in this track may go on to be:
- Ph.D. students
- Research Assistant
- Graduate Teaching Assistant
- Instructors/Lecturers/Teaching Professors
- Tenure professors (a doctorate degree is required)
- Researchers in national scientific laboratories
- Researchers in industries or businesses
- and more!
Mathematical Sciences Employment Expectations
Employment for mathematics B.S. degree holders is wide open because of the rare skills that the graduates process. Skills that are valued by the employers are:
- Analytical Reasoning: The ability to identify patterns, evaluate large datasets, and use mathematical models to understand and solve problems.
- Logical Thinking: The ability to construct clear, accurate, and logical arguments, and to recognize valid and invalid reasoning.
- Critical Thinking: The ability to think clearly and rationally, to make reasoned judgments.
- Real world problem-Solving: The skill to break down complex problems, develop solutions, and implement them effectively.
Entry-level salaries typically range from $50,000 to $80,000 per year in the US. According to recent job posting data, salary ranges for mathematical sciences majors are:
- Bottom range (25th percentile): $40,000 per year.
- Typical range (median): $74,300 per year.
- Upper range (75th percentile): $97,500 per year.
- Top earners (90th percentile): Up to $137,000 per year.
Mathematical Sciences Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What does Instructors/Lecturers/Professors' life look like?
A: A Professor's life typically involves a mix of teaching classes, conducting research
in their field of expertise, advising students, serving on committees, etc. While
most Tenured Professors have to invest a significant portion of their time dedicated
to independent scholarship and research, Teaching Professors/Lecturers/Instructors
often do not.
Q: What does Researchers' life look like?
A: A Researcher in business or industry typically has a workday focused on specific company
goals, collaborating closely with different teams to develop practical solutions through
research, often working on projects with clear timelines and deliverables, and experiencing
a stronger emphasis on applying research findings directly to product development
or market strategies. Their day-to-day might involve designing experiments, analyzing
data, presenting findings to stakeholders, and actively seeking opportunities to translate
research into tangible business impact.
Are you thinking about pursuing a career in Mathematics? Our program prepares students to become highly-trained mathematicians.
If you are thinking of majoring in mathematics, consider what some of our own Rattlers had to say about FAMU's Mathematics program, what inspired them, and why they chose mathematics as a career.
My Mathematics degree has taken me around the country, including Dune University nuclear laboratory.
What I love about my degree program at this specific school is that its an intimate community where most of us know each other and we all support each other. We hold each other accountable when we are in the same classes together. The math majors at FAMU are a little family to say the least and Ajith Gunaratne is our father trying to get us in and out with a job lined up for us to be able to be successful.
I like the size of the math program here at FAMU because you see a lot of the same people in your core classes. It also provides a lot of opportunities and gives me a chance to make more connections here on campus between professors and other students.
Program Faculty
|
Name |
|
Phone |
| Ajith Gunarante Chair, Professor |
(850) 561-8569 | |
| Pierre Ngnepieba Professor, Associate Dean |
(850) 412-5978 | |
| Richard Andrews Instructor |
(850) 599-3755 | |
| Narayana Bandara Assistant Professor |
(850) 599-8732 | |
| Kbenesh Blayneh Professor |
(850) 412-5228 | |
| Maria Dofing Adjunct |
(850) 599-3755 | |
| Nora Entekhabi Assistant Professor |
(850) 412-5230 | |
| Mohsen Gheibi Instructor |
(850) 412-5230 | |
| Cong Hoang Assistant Professor |
(850) 412-5239 | |
| Andrew Jones Professor |
(850) 459-3222 | |
| Vaslie Lauric Professor |
(850) 412-5234 | |
| Solomon Manukure Assistant Professor |
(850) 412-5232 | |
| Erdell Maurice Instructor |
(850) 412-5233 | |
| Joseph Mokher Instructor |
(850) 412-5229 | |
| Daniel Osborne Associate Professor |
(850) 412-7926 | |
| Jamil Perkins Instructor |
(850) 599-8404 | |
| Calvin Robinson Adjunct |
(850) 599-3755 | |
| Tony Se Assistant Professor |
(850) 412-5231 | |
| Elise Simmons Instructor |
(850) 599-8403 | |
| Desmond Stephens Associate Professor |
(850) 329-0236 | |
| Sonya Stephens Associate Professor |
(850) 561-0236 | |
| Madhav Wagley Instructor |
(850) 412-5241 | |
| Roslyn Williams Professor |
(850) 412-5236 |
Mathematics Sciences Track
| Course | Name | Hours |
| ENC 1101 | Freshman Communication Skills I | 3 |
| MAC 2311 | Calculus I | 4 |
| AMH 2091 | Introduction to African American History | 3 |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Course | Name | Hours |
| ENC 1102 | Freshman Communication Skills II | 3 |
| COP 2221 | Programming in C Language | 3 |
| MAC 2312 | Calculus II | 4 |
| SPC 2600 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities Elective | 3 |
| Course | Name | Hours |
| MAC 2313 | Calculus III | 5 |
| STA 3034 | Mathematical Statistics (fall only) | 3 |
| MAS 3105 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| Approved Sciences Sequence* | 4 |
| Course | Name | Hours |
| MHF 4202 | Foundations of Mathematics (spring only) | 3 |
| MAP 2302 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Approved Sciences Sequence* | 4 |
| Course | Name | Hours |
| MAD 3401 | Numerical Analysis (fall only) | 3 |
| Electives | 12 |
| Course | Name | Hours |
| MAS 4301 | Abstract Algebra I (spring only) | 3 |
| MAA 4402 | Complex Variables (spring only) | 3 |
| Electives | 9 |
| Course | Name | Hours |
| MAA 4211 | Advanced Calculus I (fall only) | 3 |
| Electives* | 12 |
| Course | Name | Hours |
| MAT 4937 | Pro-Seminar in Math | 3 |
| Mathematical Sciences Elective** | 3 | |
| Electives | 9 |
*Approved Science sequences:
General biology (BSC 1010/L, BSC 1011/L)
General chemistry (CHM 1045/L, CHM 1046/L) or
General physics (PHY 2048/L, PHY 2049/L)
*Approved mATHEMaTICAL Science eLECTIVES:
MAP 4103 Mathematical Modeling (spring only)
MAA 4212 Advanced Calculus II (spring only)
