The B.A. and B.S. Degrees with a major in Mathematical Sciences consists of 47 credits of required courses in Mathematics. Approved Statistics courses may also be included. Either degree option has seven possible Concentrations and a No Concentration Option. This concentration is recommended for students interested in pursuing a career in Secondary Education. In some cases it is possible to earn a B.S. or a B.A. in Math and a B.S. in Secondary Education. Students interested in specializing in mathematics and intending to do either graduate work in Mathematics or work in business or industry will be interested in this degree. The Mathematics Department Degree Program prepares students for employment in the private or public sector, graduate school, and scientific research. Studying mathematics naturally develops quantitative thinking and analytic problem solving, talents with universal application. Demand will always be high for individuals with these universal talents to solve society's diverse and complex problems.