A major in mathematics will prepare you for a variety of professional careers or graduate school by helping you develop strong analytical and quantitative skills.
The program offers two concentrations—mathematics and applied mathematics—giving you the option of pursuing a wide range of career and graduate-study paths.
What It’s Like to Major in Mathematics at Ball State
Our programs are designed to give you the flexibility to focus on topics and specialties that interest you most. To sample the high-level work that Ball State students are producing, explore our undergraduate research journal, Mathematics Exchange.
In the mathematical sciences, all of the courses that our majors take have small class sizes. This allows faculty members to get to know students and be available for questions, mentoring, and the one-on-one attention that you need to excel.
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Student Testimonials
Hear from some of our current and former students about their experiences in the program.
Alumnus Keeps Astronauts Safe
Adam Mullins applies analytical skills he gained as a math major and computer minor to calculating risks for NASA’s $150 billion International Space Station.
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UIndy is home for 2018 BSU Grad, Casey Noll
Casey is an instructor of mathematics at the University of Indianapolis and doing what they love. Casey's passion for teaching began as an assistant in the Department's Emporium and Casey is grateful to Dr. Dan Rutherford for his impact on their decision to teach.
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2025 grad, Sam Sterrett, offers encouragement
Sam Sterrett graduated with a major in Mathematical Sciences, a concentration in Applied Mathematics, and a minor in Astrophysics. He now enjoys a career as an electrical construction estimator with ERMCO. His encouragement to others is "don't be afraid to challenge yourself!"
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Career in Department of Homeland Security
Alumnus Chris Jackson works as an operations research systems analyst in Air and Marine Operations, which is a law enforcement agency in the Department of Homeland Security.
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From Student to Professor: Ellen Weld
Ellen Weld graduated from Ball State in 2013 with a bachelor’s degree. She then completed her doctorate at Purdue University. Ellen has recently joined the ranks of academia and is using her expertise to train the next generation of scholars and pursue research in her field.
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Students Optimize Cummins' Engines
Undergraduate math students partnered with Cummins Inc. to improve their engine performance by building a mathematical model to identify the moment of engine inefficiency within the ignition.
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A Fellow of the American Mathematical Society
Dr. Christopher Leininger has gone from Ball State undergrad to tenured Professor of Mathematics at Rice University, and recently was named a Fellow of the American Mathematical Society
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Accelerated Master's Program (AMP)
Our Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) in Mathematics or Statistics allows you to begin your graduate studies at Ball State while still an undergraduate student saving time and money as you pursue an advanced education in your field of interest.
AMP PROGRAM INFORMATION
In addition to the dozens of scholarship options and financial aid offered through Ball State’s Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, the Department of Mathematical Sciences awards scholarships to our own students. Find a scholarship.
Take the Next Step
If you’d like to learn more about our Math Programs, please contact us. Or one of the best ways to get a true feel for Ball State is to see it for yourself, so schedule a visit today! And if you’re ready to apply, review our admission requirements and complete our online application.