World-Changers Made Here
Department of Mathematics
Haughey Hall 121
math@andrews.edu
(269) 471-3423

"My experience with the Mathematics program here at Andrews was immensely positive. I never felt belittled or neglected by anyone in the department. The faculty helped feed my desire for knowledge and opened my mind to new mathematics and new ways of thinking. For example, learning proofs indirectly helped to develop my rhetorical critical-thinking skills. The math classes I took here at Andrews opened my eyes to a new world of things I can do or accomplish by simply using my head, and I truly feel like the sky is the limit. So as I move on to the next stages in my life, I am excited because I feel prepared, not because I feel I have accumulated sufficient knowledge for success, but because I am prepared to learn new things and solve new problems no one has faced before." -Recent mathematics graduate

Why Study Math at Andrews?

Highly Ranked Nationally

Andrews University has been recognized as the #1 private college in Michigan by Niche and is the only Adventist University recognized as a national university by US News and World Report. Our weekly colloquium series also features industry experts and faculty from other universities, connecting you with career options and the larger mathematical community.

Our department is distinguished by offering a wide variety of courses and meaningful research opprotunities within a close-knit, diverse, faith-affirming community. You'll befriend peers from across the world while being taught and mentored by expert faculty who are doing cutting edge research.

Every year our math graduates are hired by top companies, accepted into fully-funded PhD programs, and excel in a variety of competative careers. More than that, they leave Andrews with a distinguished sense of purpose and mission.

High-Demand Careers

Mathematician

Mathematicians apply formal reasoning and computational techniques to solve problems. Demand for mathematicians is projected to grow by 30% over the decade. The median pay is $112,100Learn more.

Interested students should select a concentration in theoretical or applied mathematics.

Data Scientist

Data scientists use analytical tools and techniques to extract meaningful insights from data. Demand for data scientists is projected to grow by 35% over the decade. The median pay is $103,500. Learn more.

Interested students should combine a statistics concentration with a minor in computer science.

Actuary

Actuaries use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to analyze the economic costs of risk. Demand for actuaries is projected to grow by 23% over the next decade. The median pay is $113,990. Learn more.

Interested students should combine a mathematics or statistics concentration with a minor in finance/business.

Statistician

Statisticians analyze data and apply computational techniques to solve problems. Demand for statisticians is projected to grow by 30% over the next decade. The median pay is $98,920. Learn more.

Insterested students should select the statistics concentration and consider a minor in a relevant field.

Mathematics B.S. Concentrations

Theoretical Mathematics

39 credits

The theoretical mathematics concentration of the mathematics B.S. degree gives students a rigorous exposure to the major branches of mathematics, emphasizing proof-writing. View checksheet.

Applied Mathematics

39 credits

The applied mathematics concentration of the mathematics B.S. degree trains students with the mathematical tools most relevant for solving problems in the natural and social sciences. View checksheet.

Statistics

39 credits

The statistics concentration of the mathematics B.S. degree prepares students to analyze and interpret data utilizing statistical techniques that build upon a solid mathematical foundation. View checksheet.

Second Major and Minors

Math Studies Major

30 credits

Available as a second major for those taking a degree in another field who cannot fit the full math B.S. degree. View cecksheet.

Mathematics Minor

20 credits

A minor in mathematics communicate to future employers your analtical and problem-solving abilities. View checksheet.

Math Education Minor

23 credits

Prepares students for teaching elementary school mathematics. View checksheet.

Featured Alumni

Noe Reyes

Noe ('23) is a doctoral student in the applied mathematics PhD program at Brown University. Undergraduate research and advanced courses prepared him for grad school. 

Daniel Arn

Daniel ('22) is a software engineer at Google working on Google Cloud. He earned degrees in both math and computer science, helping him stand out in the interviews.

MinSeo Kang

MinSeo ('23) is a med student at Loma Linda University. The math degree can be easily combined with premed classes and math majors are top scorers on the MCAT.

Dillon Walter

Dillon ('23) is an acturial analyst for an insurance company. He earned the math degree with a business minor, then served as a student missionary in Kenya before graduating.

Meet Our Faculty

 

Our faculty have been recognized at Andrews for their teaching excellence and have taught millions around the globe through our YouTube channel. They are active in research in several mathematical disciplines, regularly presenting at regional and national conferences. All of our faculty are involved in mentoring students, often co-authoring papers with them. More than that, our faculty are invested in every students' personal and spiritual development.

Lynelle Weldon, PhD

Associate Professor of Mathematics
Department Chair

Research Interests: Cohomology of graded associative and Lie algebras; mathematics education

Anthony Bosman, PhD

Associate Professor of Mathematics

Research Interests: Knot theory, low-dimensional topology

Joon Hyuk Kang, PhD

Professor of Mathematics

Research Interests: Nonlinear elliptic and parabolic partial differential equations

Yun Myung Oh, PhD

Professor of Mathematics

Research Interests: Riemannian geometry, submanifold theory

Mission Statement

Through teaching, research, and service, the Andrews University Department of Mathematics seeks to provide leadership by:

  • Preparing a diverse student body with the mathematical understanding, problem-solving skills, and dispositions that enable career excellence;
  • Increasing mathematical and scientific knowledge through publication and presentation and engaging undergraduates in research;
  • Supporting the broader mathematics education community and mentoring others for generous service through a committed Christian life.