PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Mathematics provides the language and tools for understanding the physical world around us and the abstract world within us. Your mathematics degree from Morningside University will prepare you for a career in education, business, engineering, economics, or a variety of other careers. Many students also choose to go on to graduate school.
Degrees
Mathematics (B.A.)
Major
Mathematics (B.S.)
Major
Mathematics Teaching (B.A.)
Major
Mathematics
Minor
A Great Fit For
- Individuals who are adaptive, proactive, or analytical.
- People who enjoy finding solutions to complex problems while using, interpreting, and applying data.
- Those comfortable with logic and patterns.
- Individuals who can learn new processes and discern information quickly.
THE MORNINGSIDE DIFFERENCE
Internships
Internships are available in a variety of environments. Past students have worked at Great West Casualty Insurance, a national security agency, MidAmerican Energy, or as tutors.
Travel
You will have the opportunity to travel regionally, nationally, and even internationally for professional conferences, industry field trips, or May Term courses. Travel grants and special scholarship eligibility may be available.
Research & Active Learning
Independent studies and research opportunities are available depending on your unique interests and needs. Work with faculty to determine your best course of action. Past topics have included numerical analysis, combinatorics, and number theory.
PLAN OF STUDY
REQUIRED
An introduction to differential and integral calculus. Topics include functions, limits, continuity, derivatives, and integrals-with applications throughout the course.
REQUIRED
This course provides a transition to upper-level mathematics courses. Topics include elements from discrete math, number theory, set theory, proof techniques, and mathematical logic.
REQUIRED
Senior Capstone Experience. This writing-intensive course involves assigned readings, in-class discussions, papers, and presentations on various topics in or related to mathematical sciences, such as the history and philosophy of mathematical sciences, and current ethical and social issues involving mathematics in society.
ELECTIVE
An algebra-based survey of mechanics and thermodynamics, featuring the description of motion, Newton’s laws of motion and gravity, energy and momentum, rotational motion, work and heat, and the laws of thermodynamics.
MEET THE FACULTY
RELATED MAJORS & MINORS
Still looking for the right fit? Here are some additional program options that we think might interest you or are often paired with this program. You can also view the programs page to keep exploring your options.
Applied Computer Science
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Education and Special Education
WHY STUDY AT MORNINGSIDE?
13:1
student/faculty ratio so you’re assured a quality education focused on you
99%
employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
65+
majors & pre-professional programs available
OUTCOMES
Mathematics graduates have found success at businesses in locations across the country. About half of Morningside’s mathematics majors plan to teach high school. Others take positions in business or industry in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and across the Midwest. You may also choose to move on to graduate school. Alumni are enrolled in graduate programs at places such as Oregon State University, the University of Arizona, University of South Dakota, South Dakota State University, and Iowa State University. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for mathematicians and statisticians is some of the highest of all professions, with employment projected to grow by 33% through 2026.
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