BSc in Mathematics in Orono United States | University of Maine

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics equips students with critical analytical and logical thinking abilities essential for thriving in our technology-driven society. Our programs provide a robust grounding in fundamental mathematical concepts along with specialized tracks to ready students for rewarding professional paths. Professors integrate their research into teaching, demonstrating mathematics' diverse applications across disciplines. After introductory levels, most courses maintain small class sizes to foster dynamic faculty-student collaboration. Mathematics graduates pursue careers ranging from statisticians and research scientists in government labs or industries (pharmaceutical, manufacturing, tech) to financial analysts, actuaries, and educators. Mathematical competence coupled with expertise in complementary fields like business, computer science, or natural sciences makes graduates particularly valuable. Employers highly prize mathematics degrees as evidence of superior quantitative abilities and understanding of technology's societal connections. Our curriculum serves diverse goals - from mathematics majors to science/engineering students requiring extensive math coursework, to those fulfilling basic requirements.