Math Degree

The math degree program at Olivet 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 Michigan colleges that offer math degrees.

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Olivet College (OC Comets)

2200 North Squirrel Road, Rochester Hills, MI

Olivet College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Olivet, MI, which is a predominantly rural area. The school maintains a United Church of Christ affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. OC Comets has an annual student enrollment of nearly a thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs OC Comets offers:

• Education
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to OC Comets. A score within the range of 430 to 510 on the SAT, or 18 to 23 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of around 74% of which only 37% decided to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at olivetcollege.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $23,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to identify their cost of attendance. Housing is available for students, and generally costs about $3,900 each year. Students at OC Comets may be eligible for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for OC Comets is the "Comets", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.olivetcollege.edu.

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

Salary & Wages

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $114440

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

Salary & Wages

• Detroit-Dearborn-Livonia, MI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $69460

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).