Have you ever wondered how minimum wage or interest rates are determined? Or how much money you should invest to turn a profit? Have you ever considered the complexity of traffic patterns? Answers to many of life’s problems are found in mathematics. Contrary to popular belief, mathematics is not as much about numbers as it is the study of patterns and structure. As a math major, you will spend countless hours using mathematical skills to think about, reason through, and analyze information. Through analysis and application you will better understand the world and be able to practice the critical thinking necessary to maintain a firm spiritual and moral foundation.

Whether you plan to pursue graduate studies in mathematics or if you’re more interested in applied mathematics - business, physics, chemistry, engineering, economics, operations research, computer programming, or numerous other fields, the program at Bethany was designed to meet your needs. The required completion of either an independent research project or a mathematics-related internship will distinguish you from other mathematics majors seeking graduate school or job placement.

Regardless of your long-term mathematical goals, you will participate in two semesters of Mathematics Colloquium. This capstone course gives you the opportunity to learn about mathematical topics not covered otherwise in your coursework through presentations by Bethany math professors and experts outside of the Bethany community. This course also provides a forum for you to share your research and internship experiences with others and to engage in student projects.