Mathematics Degree
Develop a greater understanding of pure and applied mathematical sciences with a degree in mathematics.
Develop a greater understanding of pure and applied mathematical sciences with a degree in mathematics.
Park University offers a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and a Mathematics minor.
Our Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree program is designed to prepare students for graduate studies in mathematics, related sciences, economics and business administration. This program will provide students with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in this complex area of study.
As a student in our Bachelor of Science in Mathematics program, you’ll be required to take face-to-face classes at our Parkville, Missouri campus. If you choose to minor in Mathematics, you may take classes at our Parkville, Missouri campus.
The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree requires a minimum of 120 completed credit hours, including 40 hours of degree-specific core curriculum courses. The minor in mathematics requires 22 credit hours. Refer to your catalog for a complete listing of coursework for this degree.
JM Good Institute for Undergraduate Research in Mathematical Sciences
The J Malcolm Good Institute for Undergraduate Research promotes scholarly and creative activities in mathematical sciences at an undergraduate level. It supports undergraduate research via funding for resources, travel support for research purposes, and more. It also provides competitive scholarships to exceptional mathematics majors and minors. To apply for a scholarship, students must complete the courses MA223 and MA311 and fill out the JM Good Scholarship application form. Applications should be made through the Park University Scholarships office no later than March 1.
In addition, the institute organizes annual JM Good lecture series.
Past JM Good Lectures:
Topological and Geometric Symmetries of Molecular Structures,
Erica Flapan, Lingurn H. Burkhead Professor of Mathematics, Pomona College
Chair, Department of Natural and Physical Sciences
Professor of Chemistry
gclaycomb@park.edu
Associate Professor of Mathematics
Samuel.Chamberlin@park.edu
Associate Teaching Professor
Erich.Mueller@park.edu
Our programs will prepare you many different career options, including the following:
Our Bachelor of Science in Mathematics degree program provides a well-rounded approach to the study of this complex body of knowledge. At Park University, the degree in mathematics focuses on a broader emphasis on all areas of human experience that helps highlight how mathematics has provided great power and precision to a wide range of endeavors and has supplied an essential contribution to the rise of modern civilization.