Math Degree

The math degree program at University of St Francis 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 Illinois colleges that offer math degrees.

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University of St Francis

511 NE Greenleaf St, Peoria, IL

The University of St. Francis, located in St. Joliet, Illinois, was founded 1920 by the congregation of the Third Order of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate to educated women in the congregation,. The school as originally known as Assisi Junior College, and by 1925 had opened its doors to women beyond the congregation. By 1930 a senior level curriculum was established and the school changed its name to College of St. Francis. By the early 1970's the school became coeducational, and during that time continued to expand its program offerings, introducing master degree curriculums to the school by 1980. In 1997 the school became affiliated with Saint Joseph College of Nursing, and by 1998 had changed its name once more to University of St. Francis.

Academics

University of St. Francis offers a number of academic majors resulting in a bachelor's degree and typically taking four years to complete. All students will participate in the necessary general education courses, taken in conjunction lower and upper division courses related to their major. The variety of majors ensures that students will be able to pursue the major that best suits their interests. In addition, students may pursue a minor in a different field based on personal interest or relation to their major. Master degree programs or more limited in number and require a separate admissions process with its own requirements.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Graphic Design
• Psychology
• Nursing
• Social Work

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students who have earned a 2.5 GPA, at 20 on the ACT exam, or a 1410 on the SAT and have completed the standard high school curriculum or equivalent are eligible for enrollment at University of St. Francis. Students may apply online, supplying pertinent documents such as transcripts and test scores,. Students will be assisted by an admissions counselor, and if they do not meet the minimum requirements for entry, may be admitted under a provisional basis.

Financial Aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete a USF Profile at the school and submit the completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), after which both documents will be used to determine a student's financial need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards.

Students Enrolled in the Math Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of St Francis offers a bachelor'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).