Math Degree

The math degree program at Massachusetts Bay Community College is a general degree program that prepares students for instruction on the analysis of quantities, magnitudes, forms, and their relationships using symbolic logic and language. Students who graduate from the math degree program may pursue careers as budget analysts, mathematicians, market researchers, accounting, investment securities, and more. Courses include algebra, calculus, functional analysis, geometry, number theory, logic, topology and other mathematical specializations. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer math degrees.

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Massachusetts Bay Community College

Also known as MassBay Community College

100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, MA

About
Massachusetts Bay Community College, located in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts, was founded in 1961 through a charter by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The school moved to temporary locations in Boston and Watertown over the next decade until finding a permanent home, the former location of Elizabeth Seton High School. By 1990 a second campus was formed, followed by a technology center in 2001 and a wellness center in 2003. The school has experienced steady growth over its 50 years of operation and continues to plan for the future, approving plans for development and betterment of the school and its programs.

Academics
MassBay Community College offers programs that assist in career development or academic transfer. Career programs provide education in an area of study, providing the skills, training and experience necessary to operate professionally in a work environment. Graduates of such programs are qualified for entry into the workforce immediately, and will receive an associate of science or certificate to signify that they are qualified. Academic programs fulfill the first two years of a four year education and award an associate of art degree. Upon completion students are eligible for transfer to a four year institution to complete their bachelor's degree. Individuals may also take non credit courses to participate in classes that satisfy their personal interests.

Programs offered include:

• Nursing
• Phlebotomy
• General Studies
• Liberal Arts
• Accounting

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution students interested in attending MassBay Community College must meet the minimum requirements of the school in order to be accepted, particularly they must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Students must attend orientation and provide all pertinent documents prior to registration.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit any financial information as requested by the school. Once submitted, the information will be reviewed and determinations made for need, eligibility and awards. Scholarships from external sources may also be available, often requiring a separate application and awarded for a variety of reasons, such as ethnicity or merit.

Athletics
MassBay Community College offers a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). These programs provide a forum for healthy competition and encourage the development of important skills, such as balancing one's priorities, discipline, and teamwork, which are applicable in one's academic and professional life. Students may contact the athletic department to obtain tryout dates and times.

Athletic programs at Massachusetts Bay Community College:

• Soccer
• Basketball
• Baseball (Men Only)
• Track and Field
• Golf

Students Enrolled in the Math Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. MassBay Community College offers an associate's degree program in math.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Natural Sciences Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, natural sciences managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.3% from 2014 to 2024

Mathematicians

Description

Conduct research in fundamental mathematics or in application of mathematical techniques to science, management, and other fields. Solve problems in various fields using mathematical methods.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, mathematicians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 21.4% from 2014 to 2024

Statisticians

Description

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as bio-statistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, statisticians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 33.8% from 2014 to 2024

Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other

Description

All mathematical scientists not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).