Why Math?
Most of our students take our program for two main reasons—this is their first step on their road to grad school (to study applied math, statistics and computer science) or they’re preparing for a career as a high school math teacher.
Double up
Many students take on our Math program as a double major. If you’re in a program like Business or Biology, Math is a great complement.
Love Math?
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Ready to compete?
We highly encourage our students to take part in national and international mathematics competitions to put their technical competence to the test and flex their originality.
On the road
Our Math students have the opportunity to travel to regional and national meetings of the Mathematical Association of America, the American Mathematical Society, and summer programs such as the Institute for Advanced Study’s Park City Mathematics Institute.
Useful Links
Summer Opportunities
Research Experience for Undergraduates
This is a listing of NSF funded summer research positions for undergraduates. Any student who is interested in advanced study in mathematics or a related field should consider applying to an REU site.
Park City Mathematics Institute
Every summer the Institute for Advanced Study holds a three-week workshop in Park City, Utah, that includes secondary teachers, undergraduate students, graduate students, and university faculty. We enthusiastically recommend this program for interested students and teachers.
National Security Agency
The NSA is a leading employer of mathematicians, and they offer a variety of summer programs and internships.
Career Information
American Mathematical Society
Career information and much more for undergraduate or high school students considering a career in mathematics.
Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics
Information about problem-solving career paths in industry and government.
Society of Actuaries
An actuary is a business professional who analyzes the financial consequences of risk. The Society’s site contains career guidance and information regarding the actuarial examinations.
Competitions
Students of all majors, but especially mathematics, are encouraged to participate in one or more of these competitions. Informal seminars meet weekly to prepare students for these competitions. For more information please contact Professor Zhu-qi Lu at zhuqi.lu@maine.edu.
William Lowell Putnam Competition
Designed for mathematics and physical science majors in colleges and universities, this examination tests originality as well as technical competence. Contestants should be familiar with the formal theories embodied in undergraduate mathematics. This competition is held each December.
Mathematical Contest in Modeling
This contest challenges teams of students to clarify, analyze, and propose solutions to open-ended problems. The contest attracts diverse students and faculty advisors from over 500 institutions around the world. This competition takes place over a five-day period each February.
The Interdisciplinary Contest in Modeling
An international contest for high school students and college undergraduates. ICM is an extension of the Mathematical Contest in Modeling (MCM). It is designed to develop and advance interdisciplinary problem-solving skills as well as competence in written communication. This competition is held concurrently with the MCM.
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To view more information and program requirements, see the Course Catalog
Common career paths for mathematics majors include advanced studies in mathematics, economics, business, law, engineering, and natural sciences, as well as direct entry into quantitative fields such as finance or management consulting.
Our Mathematics program prepares students for future careers as a(n):
- Mathematician
- Statistician
- Math educator
- Economist
- Financial officer
- Actuary
- Operation research analyst
- Database administrator
- Engineering technician
- Market researcher
