B.S. Degree in Mathematics - Pure Mathematics

The career possibilities for a degree in mathematics from Fordham are vast. That’s because an understanding of mathematical theory and application-in just the right academic blend-is essential to so many modern technical careers. These are timeless concepts with practical uses. You will learn a wide spectrum of ideas, all of them based in the art of logical reasoning and clear expression. You’ll learn math’s vast applicability, from describing the universe to making informed financial analysis. In the process you’ll come to understand not only the many uses of mathematics, but its sheer beauty. You’ll learn more than mathematics here. You’ll also study philosophy, theology, literature, languages, ethics, science, and the performing arts through Fordham’s common core curriculum, the centerpiece of our liberal arts education. As a B.S. student in mathematics, you take at least 13 classes, including two from the physics or computer science departments. You’ll graduate with a mathematics degree well prepared for a range of challenging career paths or advanced study in: Math Economics Computer Science Business Law Some positions our graduates hold: Computer systems analyst, Department of Defense, Edwards AFB Information systems manager, Hewlett-Packard Mathematical economist, Department of Commerce Software developer, Customer Insight Math data analyst, Goddard Space Flight Center Biostatistician, Indiana University Medical Center Systems engineer, Electronic Data Systems Aquatic toxicology lab manager, ITT Corp. Associate financial analyst, Morgan Stanley & Co.