Undergraduate Programs
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This page contains a concise overview of the Mathematics BA and BS degree programs, along with links to UB application information, financial aid, the CAS form to change major/minor, plus program pages in the UB catalog. Please refer to the UB Undergraduate Catalog for general information about our undergraduate degree programs. For further information, contact our director of undergraduate studies.
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UB Undergraduate Catalog
MAJOR PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Mathematics BA - Pure Mathematics Concentration
Mathematics BA - Applied Mathematics Concentration
Mathematics BA - Mathematics Education Concentration
Mathematics BA - Computing and Applied Mathematics Concentration
Mathematics BS - Pure Mathematics Concentration
COMBINED MAJORS
MINOR
Application Information
Incoming Students
Incoming freshman or undergraduate transfer applicants who are interested in pursuing mathematics must first apply and be accepted to the University at Buffalo.
When applying, you should indicate your intended major on the application form.
All relevant information, including admissions criteria; the online application; dates and deadlines; and standardized test score requirements, can be found by visiting UB Undergraduate Admissions.
UB Financial Aid
The Office of Financial Aid will assist you with the financial aid process.
CURRENT STUDENTS — CHANGE MAJOR OR MINOR
Submit the CAS Major/Minor Change Request form to request one of the following changes to your academic plan:
- Add a major, minor, or certificate in the College of Arts and Sciences
- Drop any major
- Drop any minor
OVERVIEW — MAJOR PROGRAMS OF STUDY IN MATHEMATICS
BA in Mathematics
- Mathematics BA - General Curriculum in Mathematics
This is the basic liberal arts major program in mathematics. It is well suited for students who want to pursue mathematics as their second major. Students who consider mathematics their main interest should consider other math major concentrations that offer more extensive training and better defined career options. - Mathematics BA - Pure Mathematics Concentration
Basic theoretical course of study for mathematics majors intending graduate study in mathematics or a related field. - Mathematics BA - Applied Mathematics Concentration
Mathematics major for intended graduate study in applied mathematics; for students planning a career and/or graduate study in applied mathematics. - Mathematics BA - Mathematics Education Concentration
For the student whose career goal is to attain a master's degree for professional certification in adolescent mathematics education; may be coupled with a minor in teacher education. - Mathematics BA - Computing and Applied Mathematics Concentration
Mathematics major with a concentration in computing and applied mathematics; designed for students interested in careers in applying mathematics or doing scientific programming.
BS in Mathematics
- Mathematics BS - Pure Mathematics Concentration
Basic theoretical course of study for mathematics majors intending graduate study in mathematics or a related field. - Mathematics BS - Actuarial Science Concentration
Program for students interested actuarial and related careers. - Mathematics BS - Applied Mathematics Concentration
Mathematics major for intended graduate study in applied mathematics; for students planning a career and/or graduate study in applied mathematics.
