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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 7 Texas Colleges with the highest percentage of Applied Mathematics among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX
 16
(0.8%)
Open Admissions$10,934 
Rice University
Houston, TX
 6
(0.8%)
Most Selective$30,486 
Baylor University
Waco, TX
 8
(0.3%)
Moderately Selective$25,320 
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Texas State University-San Marcos
San Marcos, TX
 12
(0.2%)
Less Selective$12,520 
Texas A & M University
College Station, TX
 18
(0.2%)
Less Selective$22,184 
The University of Texas at El Paso
El Paso, TX
 2
(0.1%)
Less Selective$14,621 
The University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX
 1
(0.0%)
Moderately Selective$18,000 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.