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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 4 North Carolina Colleges with the highest percentage of Applied Mathematics among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Saint Augustines College
Raleigh, NC
 6
(3.6%)
Highly Selective$14,124 
North Carolina A & T State University
Greensboro, NC
 8
(0.7%)
Moderately Selective$13,482 
North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Raleigh, NC
 28
(0.6%)
Moderately Selective$16,158 
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
 18
(0.4%)
Highly Selective$22,295 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.