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Mathematics: The UDC Edge
Located in the heart of the nation’s capitol, the University of the District of Columbia is an affordable and high quality educational option, attentive to your needs and committed to your success.
The bachelor’s program in mathematics reflect this reality by offering one of the lowest faculty-to-student ratios and highest percentage of courses taught by full-time faculty members of any program in the capital region. As a result, students in mathematics courses at every level are supported and guided through their time in the program. Students maintain close contact with current and former instructors, and advisors mentor advisees to make sure that courses are taken in sequence and students receive the support they need with challenging coursework.
Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Mathematics
From finance to management decisions to computing, advanced math skills are essential to understanding how the world works and how to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of public, private, and nonprofit sector operations.
The bachelor’s degree program in mathematics at the University of the District of Columbia offers three areas of concentration: mathematics; statistics; and applied statistics. Each program option affords students excellent preparation for a career in a mathematically-related field or graduate study while allowing you to tailor your educational experience to fit your personal and professional interests and needs.
Related:
- Department of Mathematics and Statistics
- Master’s degree in applied statistics
- College of Arts and Sciences
- Learn more about applying for admission to the math program
- Find out about scholarship opportunities for math students
Curriculum and Requirements in the UDC Mathematics
Students who graduate with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from UDC acquire a firm foundation in real analysis, linear algebra, abstract algebra, and applied mathematics. The bachelor’s degree program in mathematics requires a 120 credit hour plan of study with a comprehensive core curriculum and the option of choosing between one of three concentrations:
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Applied Statistics
Pure mathematics major take additional courses in real and complex analysis, abstract algebra, and other electives while statistics’ majors take advanced courses in correlation and regression analysis and sampling techniques.
All math majors participate in the senior seminar, a capstone experience that explores the relationships between algebra, analysis, geometry, finite math and applied mathematics. Students work closely with a faculty member to complete a senior project involving original research or detailed analysis.
The content of all courses in the math program is consistent with stated goals and educational standards set by the Mathematics Association of America, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, the American Statistical Society, and the American Society of Actuaries.
Student Organizations and Activities in the UDC Mathematics Program
Students in the math program at UDC have frequent opportunities to complement their learning inside the classroom with community-based learning initiatives. Students are invited to participate in summer programs sponsored by the department and special events such as Pi-Day; conduct mathematic supplemental lessons inside District of Columbia middle schools and provide tutoring to their peers and local high school students; complete mathematics projects for science fairs and competitions; and engage in and present research at local conferences.
Membership in the mathematics club is also available to the entire undergraduate community. This active club creates an environment where students have informal access to faculty members and their peers, and offers important social and networking opportunities.
