Mathematics covers many areas of quantitative study, including topics in pure mathematics,
applications to areas like cryptography and fluid flow, and preparation for careers
in teaching, finance and other industries.
Why mathematics at OSU?
Small class sizes and innovative, project-oriented courses such as "Geometry and Algorithms
in 3-D Modeling" enhance the curriculum for mathematics majors at OSU. Our degrees
focus both on pure mathematics and careers in a variety of STEM fields or graduate
school. You'll have many opportunities for related work experiences during college
as well, including assisting in math classrooms or in the Mathematics Learning Success
Center.
The mathematics major provides you with many tools for lifelong learning and for use
in a wide variety of careers. Mathematics majors are in demand today in business,
education, government and industry. Our graduates enjoy successful careers in a variety
of fields:
Actuary
Business Analytics
Cryptographer
Data Analyst
Energy Technician
High School Teacher
Lawyer
Mathematics Professor
Operations Research
Physician
Robotics Research
Telecommunications Specialist
Highlights
"The most exciting thing about math is that it's absolute truth. And when you take
these pure math courses, you prove things are as true now as they were when the universe
started as they will be millions of years from now."
- Timothy Alland Fort Worth, Texas
OSUTeach
Our option in Secondary Teaching Certification is part of OSUTeach, an innovative approach to training future secondary-education teachers with a strong
background in the discipline.
Invaluable Labs
The Innovative 3D printing lab can take your ideas from the flat surface of your computer into real life. Math and science
students use the printer to model particular problems. What will you create?
The Mathematics Learning Success Center (MLSC) provides free tutoring from instructors in lower-division courses and undergraduate
tutors and has a 130-station laboratory with access to the web and media for self-guided
study.