Mathematics Academic Offerings
Mathematics Majors and Minors
Studying mathematics opens up possibilities for the future that you may not have considered. And no matter which major you’re pursuing, this department is a community that welcomes anyone. Advance your knowledge in mathematics through rigorous courses taught by expert faculty members who care about your success. Explore what you can do with math at UW-Eau Claire.
The mathematics department offers the following programs:
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Actuarial Science, BA or BS Program type: Major; Minor Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus
Much more than number crunchers, actuarial science graduates help businesses grow and play a critical role in strategic decision-making.
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Bioinformatics, BA or BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus
Learn the science of storing, extracting, organizing, analyzing, interpreting and using biological data with a bachelor's degree in bioinformatics.
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Master of Science in Data Science, MS Program type: Graduate Program; Graduate Certificate Delivery: Online Campus: Eau Claire Campus
This program, designed with input from industry leaders, is fully online. Start pursuing your master of science in data science now and enter the growing, in-demand field of data science.
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Mathematical Problem Solving Program type: Minor Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus
Explore a variety of methods used to solve complex issues and enhance your understanding of critical thinking, statistics and geometry.
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Mathematics, BA or BS Program type: Major; Minor Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus
Turn your mathematical interests into a successful career. Dive into topics and areas of study in calculus, real analysis, linear algebra and abstract algebra. Curriculum will explore how to write mathematical proofs, read and synthesize mathematical literature, and model and solve problems.
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Mathematics - Research Emphasis, BA or BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus
Uncover answers to fascinating mathematical questions, and conduct and analyze research through student-faculty projects. One of only a few programs like it — and the only program like it in the UW System — the mathematics - research emphasis major is an excellent choice for those who enjoy math, are naturally curious and are passionate about contributing to the field through research.
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Mathematics - Statistics and Applied Mathematics Emphasis, BA or BS Program type: Major Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus
Explore careers in business, industry, statistics, data science, engineering, operations research, optimization or quality improvement with a bachelor's degree in statistics and applied mathematics.
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Teaching - Mathematics, BS Program type: Major; Minor Delivery: On Campus Campus: Eau Claire Campus
Combine your passions for math and education with a teaching - mathematics bachelor's degree. Completion of the program licenses you to teach all math courses to students in grades 4-12.
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The math department became my home, my classmates became my family and my professors became my friends. We worked together to collaborate, achieve and succeed. Anyone can be good at math, so jump in feet first and don't be afraid to fall — because someone will be there to pick you back up. As an alumnus, I can tell you that you are going to miss it, so enjoy the time you have at UWEC. When you are there, be there. The rest of the world can wait its turn.
Get the most out of math
If you love math, then you should seriously consider the Mathematics Departmental Honors Program. This opportunity gives Blugolds access to additional experiences outside of the usual coursework.
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Sonia Kovalevsky Day
Sonia Kovalevsky Day aims to introduce middle and high school young women to opportunities available in math and science by creating fun and exciting experiences through workshops, plenary talks, panel discussions and a math competition.
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