Mathematics
The Mathematics Program Offers Weekly Seminars
Opportunity for One-On-One Assistance
Stockton's mathematics (MATH) program offers B.A. and B.S. degrees with several concentrations. Students are encouraged to take both pure and applied mathematics courses.
The program offers weekly seminars with presenters from other colleges, industries, alumni as well as presenters from the Stockton community including students. Faculty offer independent study projects for students who want to focus on a particular area or specialty.
About the Program
The Mathematics (MATH) program is designed to meet the needs of those students who wish to acquire certain mathematical techniques for use in the physical, life, management, and social sciences, as well as those whose primary interests lie in mathematics itself. Mathematics is an appropriate degree program for students preparing themselves for careers in actuarial science, statistical analysis, operations research, computer science, engineering, or secondary education and for those who wish to pursue graduate study in mathematics or certain mathematics-related areas (e.g., computer science, computational science, statistics or economics).
Program Features
- Small class sizes
- All courses beyond introductory level taught by full-time program faculty holding doctoral degrees from highly respected institutions
- Many opportunities for one-on-one assistance from faculty
- Math majors have program faculty as academic advisors
- Graduates pursue advanced study, K-12 teaching, actuarial science, employment in the private sector, and employment in state and federal government
- Broad training in theoretical and applied mathematics provided together with ample opportunities to specialize.
Mathematics Program Highlights
Alumni Success
Stockton provided thoughtful and informed instruction through well-designed lectures and assignments, and also contributed extra help by the way of one-on-one mentoring and advising. Almost everything I know about higher mathematics can be attributed, directly or indirectly, to the community of math professors at Stockton.Read Jonathan's Whole Story
B.A. Mathematics/Education, '16
As an undergraduate math major, I had the best educational experience possible. I was afforded the opportunity to engage in undergraduate research in algebraic topology and graph theory, beginning in my sophomore year. It was an amazing learning experience that opened up many opportunities for me in subsequent years.Read Kara's Whole Story
B.A. Mathematics, B.A. Education, '15
The excellent faculty members prepared me well for the real world and I felt ready to handle any obstacle life threw at me.Read Kendrick's Whole Story
B.S. Mathematics, '14
I transferred to Stockton during the second half of my freshman year, and I am so happy that I did. The professors at Stockton are absolutely incredible, and they truly care about their students, going above and beyond to support them and provide unique opportunities for them.
Read Jalynn's Whole Story
B.A. Mathematics/Education with minor in Childhood Studies
Mathematics Alumni Spotlights
Curriculum
The Mathematics program is open to any student with an active interest in mathematics. Students who have a good working knowledge of two years of high school algebra, one year of high school geometry and trigonometry should begin with MATH 2215 Calculus I. Students who were proficient in high school calculus may wish to seek advanced standing. Students who need to review algebra and trigonometry should enroll first in MATH 1100 Pre-calculus Mathematics before beginning the calculus sequence. High school students considering a major in mathematics at Stockton are strongly urged to take four years of college-preparatory mathematics (through trigonometry), at least three years of college preparatory science (including physics and chemistry), and four years of college-preparatory English courses that emphasize writing. Students who lack adequate backgrounds in high school mathematics, science or English may not be sufficiently prepared to attempt the rigorous freshman- and sophomore-level core courses in mathematics.
Community college graduates who have not completed a one-year sequence in single-variable calculus should expect to spend more than two years at Stockton to obtain a degree in mathematics. Transfer students who wish to major in mathematics should contact the coordinator of the Mathematics program before the beginning of their first term at Stockton.
The Mathematics program has the following concentrations of study:
- B.A. / B.S. Mathematics - General Concentration
- B.A. Mathematics - Education Concentration
- B.S. Mathematics - Actuarial Concentration
- B.S. Dual Degree Mathematics and Engineering
- Minor
Worksheet
To see the curriculum for your area of interest you’ll use the web program, Degree Works. This program is accessible even if you are not currently a student with Stockton University.
If you are a current student at Stockton University, access Degree Works through the portal, then choose the “what if” option to explore the various paths towards degree completion.
Prospective freshman or transfer students, can use the Curriculum & Transfer Equivalency Tool below. In addition, the program degree map below provides valuable degree information and is a guide to assist in planning academic coursework, but should not substitute academic advisement.
Instructions on How to Use Curriculum Tool
- At the next page you are prompted with three (3) options. Select the one that says “continue without signing in.”
- Respond to each prompt using the pull-down menu in the center of the page. [Please be patient. It may take a few seconds for the system to process your request. If you see a NO symbol, you need to wait a moment!]
Prompts include:
- Enrollment dates (Choose intended semester attending)
- Intended level (Choose“undergraduate”)
- What degree you will pursue? (Choose “Bachelor of Science” or “Bachelor of Arts”)
- What is your intended major? (Choose “Biochemistry Molecular Biology”)
- What is your intended concentration? (Choose “General”)
- What is your intended minor? (Choose “none” or select one - it is not required)
- For prospective students, choose “I’m all done" button.
- For transfer students, use the “class” button to see how courses already taken fit into the Stockton degree path.
- You will see an overview of the degree you have selected, including all requirements.
- At the bottom of the screen, you could save or print worksheet.
Degree Maps
Faculty
Yujin
Shen
Associate Professor
of Mathematics/Associate
of the Society of Actuaries
609.652.4409 | G - 234
Elaine Sullivan, Mathematics Adjunct Faculty
Opportunities
Some students may wish to take part in off-campus experiences where their knowledge of mathematics may be applied to “real-world” situations. Academic credit can be granted for such an experience, provided it contributes significantly to the student’s intellectual development. Credit will generally be contingent upon a comprehensive report to be submitted after the experience is completed. Seniors may wish to undertake some special project in mathematics for academic credit. This may consist of a thesis, seminar or some other project agreeable to the mathematics faculty. Specifics will be established on a case-by case basis.
The Math Club welcomes all Stockton students with an interest in mathematics. A typical meeting features a guest speaker to showcase career paths available in mathematics.
Learn more about the MATH program ELO's. These essential learning outcomes guide all Stockton University students from first-year
through graduation to the intellectual and marketable talents needed to prepare for
personal and professional success in the 21st century.Careers
Students who successfully complete a degree program in mathematics may continue their education at the graduate level or pursue careers in secondary education, business, industry, actuarial science or federal/state government. Professional opportunities in actuarial science are excellent since the demand by insurance companies, consulting firms, and government agencies for qualified actuaries exceeds the available supply.
Sample list of potential careers:
Employment in math occupations is projected to grow 27 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations, and will add about 56,100 jobs. Growth is anticipated as businesses and government agencies continue to emphasize the use of big data, which math occupations analyze.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Office of Institutional Research collects information on where our alumni land within six months of graduation. To learn more about Mathematics alumni, use the Graduate Outcomes tool.
- Using the down arrow, uncheck 'All' and select 'Mathematics'
The connections you made with your professors and preceptors are invaluable resources for your career planning. Beyond providing assistance on coursework and scheduling, they can give you guidance in planning for your post-college career.
In addition, we have a student Career Center that is available to guide you through your career development journey - from CV writing, interview prep or general guidance.
