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Bachelor of Science in Mathematics - Statistics

USA

What will I learn?

Wichita State’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in mathematics-statistics emphasis offers you the flexibility to tailor your degree to fit your future goals. The degree is good preparation for graduate-level study and can open doors to a variety of high-paying, high-demand careers in government and the private sector.

Curriculum

You’ll start by completing five core courses and go on to choose additional courses, in statistical methods and theory, for a total of 33 credit hours.

Core mathematics courses include:

  • Intro to Advanced Mathematics
  • Linear Algebra
  • Advanced Calculus I
  • Numerical Methods
  • Differential Equations 1

Applied Learning

Students in the BS in mathematics – statistics emphasis program are required to complete an applied learning or research experience to graduate from the program. The requirement can be met by completing one of the following:

  • The student completes a thesis.
  • The student attends a conference and presents at least a poster.
  • The student performs outreach in the local school district.
  • The student does a presentation in a venue involving members of the community, such as the Science Expo at Keeper of the Plains, or through participation in Math Circle, or Pi Mu Epsilon, or Math Awareness.
  • The student carries out a research project followed by a seminar presentation.

Careers

Whether you want to pursue graduate study or enter the workforce, a mathematics degree from Wichita State will put you on track to success, leading to careers in a variety of fields, such as:

• Government: mathematicians and statisticians

• Healthcare: biostatisticians

• Research and development

• Insurance company actuaries

• Education

Which department am I in?

Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (120 credit hours)

Tuition fees
US$17,600.00 per year
USD $572.15 per credit hour
Application deadline

Expected September 2025

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

1845 Fairmount Street,

WICHITA,

Kansas,

67260, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Students who have completed high school (or will soon graduate from high school) are eligible to apply.

English proficiency may be demonstrated in the following ways:

Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): 72

IELTS Academic or IELTS Indicator overall band score: 6.0

Duolingo English Test: 105

PTE Academic: 49

Application deadline: Spring 2024: Basic Service: Sept. 15, 2023; Standard Service: Nov. 1, 2023; Premium Service: Dec. 1, 2023

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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