The mathematics and statistics programs at NKU are designed to graduate professionals who are critical thinkers. As you develop skills in analysis and design, you will learn to be a creative problem solver. The study of mathematics builds a way of thinking that is used to solve a variety of problems that arise in different contexts. The major builds skills in logic, analysis, abstract thinking, and problem solving. All of these are valuable skills to future employers in a wide variety of fields.
First-Year Experience: The first-year experience gives you the opportunity to:
Form a community with other mathematics and statistics majors.
Learn some mathematics and statistics content you'll see in future classes.
Complete a project in the fall semester and present your work in the spring.
Receive a one-time $500 scholarship!
Experiential Learning: Many opportunities exist beyond the classroom:
Undergraduate research experiences
Preparation for actuarial exams
Travel to state and regional conferences
Tutoring in the Math & Stat Lab
Statistical consulting in the Burkardt Consulting Center
Certification in the statistical programming language SAS
Possible internships with local industries like GE, 84.51, and Western & Southern
Career Explorations: The department supports students in their exploration of post-graduation opportunities. During the junior year, students will:
Explore post-graduation paths available to those with a mathematics/statistics background including industry positions and graduate programs.
Meet and network with department alumni through site visits to local industries and graduate programs.
Develop job search and interview skills.
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September 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
Steely Library, Suite 410,
HIGHLAND HEIGHTS,
Kentucky,
41099, United States
Students should have completed secondary school coursework and any appropriate examination (if applicable).
English proficiency required for admission can be satisfied by any one of the following:
An official and satisfactory score from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) taken within the last two years. The minimum TOEFL scores to be considered for admission are a 500 on the paper-based exam or a 61 on the internet-based (iBT) exam.
Documentation of having satisfactorily completed freshman-level English composition at an American regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. and an overall acceptable GPA. Non-native speakers of English may still be asked to take the TOEFL if it has been several years since taking the English courses or if the student has returned to his or her home country for several years since taking the course.
A satisfactory score on the verbal portion of the ACT or SAT taken within the last two years. The minimum scores to be considered for admission are an ACT of 18 or SAT of 430 (through 3/15/16) or 25 (effective 3/16/16).
An official and satisfactory score from the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) taken within the last two years. The minimum IELTS scores to be considered for admission must include a cumulative band of 5.5 and sub-scores in reading and writing of 5.0 or better.
Successful completion of NKU’s American English Language Program with at least an 80% in each AELP class.
Priority deadline: For Fall Semester: April 15; Spring Semester: October 15
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
NKU has a focus on undergraduate research and experiential learning, and graduates develop versatile skill sets in preparation for employment.