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Overview for Applied Mathematics

A program that focuses on the application of mathematics and statistics to the solution of functional problems in fields such as engineering and the applied sciences. Includes instruction in natural phenomena modeling continuum mechanics, reaction-diffusion, wave propagation, dynamic systems, numerical analysis, controlled theory, asymptotic methods, variation, optimization theory, inverse problems, and applications to specific scientific and industrial topics.

Careers for Applied Mathematics Majors

A major in Applied Mathematics is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Applied Mathematics

Top 50 U.S. Colleges with the highest percentage of Applied Mathematics among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg
Greensburg, PA
 11
(4.9%)
Less Selective$21,342 
California Institute of Technology
Pasadena, CA
 8
(3.8%)
Most Selective$33,324 
Saint Augustines College
Raleigh, NC
 6
(3.6%)
Highly Selective$14,124 
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The College of Idaho
Caldwell, ID
 4
(2.7%)
Moderately Selective$18,300 
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY
 83
(2.6%)
Highly Selective$12,070 
University of the Virgin Islands
Charlotte Amalie, VI
 5
(2.6%)
Moderately Selective$10,895 
Hampden-Sydney College
Hampden-Sydney, VA
 6
(2.6%)
Moderately Selective$29,801 
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Bard College at Simon's Rock
Great Barrington, MA
 1
(2.2%)
 $38,535 
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Rolla, MO
 19
(2.1%)
Less Selective$19,579 
Loyola College in Maryland
Baltimore, MD
 16
(2.0%)
Moderately Selective$36,240 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.