Mathematics 97.5%
of Valpo’s College of Arts and Sciences graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within nine months of graduation.
$86,000 Explore mathematics at Valparaiso University, where you will learn how to solve problems, uncover patterns, and build skills that open doors across industries. Mathematics at Valpo goes beyond numbers — it’s about discovering mathematical truths and solving real-world challenges. You’ll develop analytical and creative thinking skills to drive innovation in fields like actuarial science, education, and data analytics. Collaborate with caring professors, join a community of peers, and participate in a unique colloquium series that builds communication skills. Beyond academics, connect through Pi Mu Epsilon, Math Club events, and faculty-student socials. Engage in conferences and competitions like the Indiana Collegiate Mathematics Competition, blending camaraderie with problem-solving excellence. Valpo offers several concentrations in mathematics, each designed to provide specialized knowledge and experiences needed to align with your career aspirations: • Combine your love of math with teaching and inspire future generations with a secondary education minor that leads to licensure.
median annual salary of those with a mathematics degree* * According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023 report.
C A R E E R P AT H S Our mathematics graduates go on to shine in a range of different careers. Many have pursued actuarial science, supported by faculty mentorship and the department’s actuarial science award, which covers the cost of exams. Others excel in teaching, data science, and advanced research. Like many Valpo mathematics alumni, you can be successful in a wide array of roles like: • Actuary • Data scientist
• Learn to use mathematical methods to analyze and improve complex systems through operations research, preparing for careers in logistics, management, and optimization.
• Financial analyst
• Apply mathematical tools to solve problems in physical and natural sciences through scientific mathematics, paving the way for interdisciplinary work.
• Software developer
• Build a strong theoretical foundation and gain the skills needed to succeed through the preparation for graduate studies in mathematics track.
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• High school math teacher • Research mathematician • Statistician