BS in Applied Mathematics

APU’s applied mathematics major prepares quantitative experts in actuarial science, computer science, physics, teaching, mathematical research (for business, government, or the academy), cryptography, economics, statistics and data analysis, and more.

61-64 units

Students in the applied mathematics major learn to solve problems from a variety of disciplines by developing mathematical models, applying computational algorithms, and analyzing results. The applied mathematics major allows students to choose either the standard applied mathematics track or the actuarial science concentration. 

Students majoring in applied mathematics are encouraged to consider a minor in data science. For qualified students, an advising pathway is available to pursue a BS in Applied Mathematics and an MS in Applied Statistics and Data Science in a total of 5 years. Ask your academic advisor for details.

Career Opportunities

This major prepares students to enter a variety of quantitative fields including actuarial science, cryptography, finance and economics, statistics and data analysis, mathematical research (for business, government, or the academy), or operations research and management consulting. APU mathematics graduates have advanced to prestigious graduate schools and have moved into attractive industry positions.

Students preparing to teach mathematics at the secondary level are encouraged to consider the BA in Mathematics. Students desiring a mathematics degree with additional depth in another STEM discipline should consider the BS in Mathematics.

Requirements

MATH 165Calculus I4
MATH 166Calculus II4
MATH 250Introduction to Data Science F3
MATH 260Introduction to Number Theory and Proofs3
MATH 268Multivariable Calculus4
MATH 290Linear Algebra3
MATH 310Ordinary Differential Equations S4
MATH 342STEM Writing and Communication3
MATH 361Introduction to Modeling with Probability3
MATH 362Mathematical Statistics3
MATH 396Topics in Mathematics and Christian Thought2
CS 120Introduction to Computer Science I 14
CS 160Discrete Structures3
Select one of the track/concentration options below18-21
Total Units61-64
1
Meets 1 unit of the APU Core: Oral Communication general education requirement (taking CS 120, CS 290, and CS 480—or CS 120, ENGR 240, and ENGR 480—satisfies the Oral Communication requirement).

Standard Applied Mathematics Track

Standard Applied Mathematics Track Requirements
MATH 230Computation and Modeling3
MATH 455Numerical Analysis3
MATH 470Complex Analysis ES3
CS 125Introduction to Computer Science II4
PHYC 165
& PHYC 145		Physics for Science and Engineering: Mechanics
and Physics Laboratory I 1, F		5
Total Units18
1

Meets the APU Core: Natural Science general education requirement.

Actuarial Science Concentration

Actuarial Science Concentration Requirements
ACCT 120Principles of Accounting I3
ACCT 121Principles of Accounting II3
ECON 200Survey of Economics 13
FIN 300Business Finance for Managers3
FIN 330Financial Analysis S3
FIN 432Investment Analysis S3
FIN 436Financial Risk Management F3
Total Units21
1

Meets the APU Core: Social Science general education requirement.

F Offered in Fall only
S Offered in Spring only
F/S Offered in both Fall and Spring terms
EF Offered in Fall in even years
ES Offered in Spring in even years
OF Offered in Fall in odd years
OS Offered in Spring in odd years