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Three Applied Mathematics Tracks = Endless Opportunities

Applied Math Students

You choose from one of three tracks as an applied mathematics major at the University of 花椒直播. No matter which track you choose, our top-notch faculty will give you 1-on-1 attention in a small class setting 鈥 ensuring your success at USM and beyond.

Questions? Contact Dr. Rick Silvey at Rick.Silvey@stmary.edu or 913-682-6405.

 


Program Tracks

Pre-Engineering

Math, science, and technology 鈥 that鈥檚 what an engineer uses to solve real-world problems. USM offers a 3+2 engineering program in partnership with the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC). Learn more about our 3+2 program.

Pre-Actuary

Actuaries analyze statistical data, like mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates, while also constructing probability tables to forecast risk and liability. USM鈥檚 pre-actuarial coursework comprehensively prepares students for a successful career in an ever-growing field 鈥 one that is consistently rated as a 鈥best job in America鈥 for its work environment, employment outlook, job security, salary, and growth opportunity.

Operations Research/IT

This is a combination of applied mathematics and information technology to create models for developing and interpreting information that helps in decision making, policy, and other managerial functions.

USM teaches students how to collect and analyze data, while also ensuring optimal strategy implementation, evaluation, and review. According the Bureau of Labor Statistics, operations-research occupations are projected to grow 27 percent over the next decade.


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Meet the Faculty

Rick Silvey, Ph.D.Rick Silvey, Ph.D.

Division Chair of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, Professor of Mathematics
Rick.Silvey@stmary.edu
913-682-6405
Miege 315
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