Mathematics Major

Why study math at Geneseo?
The mathematics major combines a strong traditional math foundation with opportunities for student research, a successful adolescence education program, and preparation in applied mathematics and statistics. It challenges students to apply classroom learning and research to real-world problems. Students engage in hands-on, high-impact undergraduate research projects that many schools only offer at the graduate level, supported by faculty members who strive to develop strong mentoring relationships.

Mathematics has proven to be uniquely insightful for solving a myriad of problems in science, society, and our everyday lives. Graduates are well prepared for either employment or advanced studies and have entered careers in the insurance, financial management, computer, medical, or educational fields.

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Program Options

• BA in Mathematics
• BA in Mathematics, Adolescence Education
• BS in Applied Mathematics
• BS in Mathematics
• Minor in Mathematics

Additional Options

• Certification in Adolescence Education: Mathematics (7–12) (available to Mathematics BA students only, not BS)
• Concentration in Mathematics with Childhood Education with Special Education (1–6)
• Concentration in Mathematics with Early Childhood/Childhood Education (B–6)
• Concentration in Actuarial Science
• Honors in Mathematics 

Program Highlights

• Students conduct individual research projects with faculty members, often in the form of a directed study.
• Students are encouraged to apply for and participate in research experiences for undergraduates (REUs) supported by the National Science Foundation and others. Summer research programs are available at a number of other institutions both here and abroad.
• The department has ongoing internship placements with a number of institutions both locally and regionally.