Some students choose mathematics because of the beauty and power behind the numbers and equations.
Other students study mathematics to develop the skills to solve real-world problems in science, technology and society. Mathematics has connections to many disciplines and you will become prepared to enter a variety of career fields or graduate study programs where quantitative skills and analytical abilities are valued.
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
You will find that our mathematics curriculum offers a unique way of interpreting the world around you, using the symbolic language of mathematics as a tool for precise reasoning, problem solving, persuasive expression, and computation.
Minor in Mathematics
To earn a minor in mathematics, you must complete 18 credits in mathematics not already required by your major.
Co-major in Mathematics and Education
If you are interested in becoming a math teacher, you may co-major in mathematics and education at Felician University, with a choice of two mathematics certification programs:
- Instructional Certificate Elementary (K-6) and Subject Specialization Endorsement (5-8 Mathematics)
- Instructional Certificate – Teacher of Mathematics Endorsement (K-12)
Points of Interest
- At Felician University you will find that mathematics is not a spectator sport! Math majors are encouraged to join the student-led Math Club and take an active role in a variety of extracurricular activities:
- Pi Day
- Problem Fest
- Field trips to the Museum of Mathematics in NYC
- Mathematics competitions through the Mathematics Association of America (MAA)
- Students majoring in mathematics have the opportunity to work independently with a mentor in the department to research an area in the field of mathematics.
- Related degrees in mathematics are: Computer Programming, Accounting, and Finance.
FIESTA Program
Fostering Inclusive Excellence for STEM Achievement (FIESTA) Program
Discover our FIESTA Program which is designed to improve the success of STEM majors with the goal of graduation and success after college. You will have the opportunity to:
- ATTEND a 2-week Summer Bridge program in August with fellow STEM majors.
- ENHANCE your college readiness and academic success
- EARN 3 tuition-free college credits over the summer in an Introduction to STEM course AND receive a $1,000 stipend.
- LEARN from hands-on STEM experiences, Peer Led Tutoring and academic support
- GAIN access to a year-round STEM Resource Center with professional development, internship, and paid research assistant opportunities
To join you must be an incoming freshman or transfer student majoring in STEM. Click here to complete the application. To learn more please contact the Tushar Triveidi, FIESTA Program Administrator, at TrivediT@felician.edu / (201) 559-6145
