HOURS
Fall Semester
MATH 2326 MATH 3330 MODL 2313 Approved Minor Course Approved Science Sequence
Spring Semester
HIST 1301 MATH 3300 MODL 2314 MATH 33XX+Elective Approved Science Sequence
POLS 2312 MATH 4321 or MATH 4335 MATH 2ND SEQUENCE Creative Arts Core Approved Minor Course
CSE 1105 MATH 1426 UNIV 1101/1131 Communication Core 4 Credit Hour Lang. Course
Summer (Optional)
HIST 1302 MATH 3321 MATH 3318 MATH 3345 Additional Natural Science Elective
MATH 3335 MATH 3316 Approved Minor Course Approved Minor Course Additional Natural Science Elective
CSE 1310 MATH 2425 Communication Core 4 Credit Hour Lang. Course Social & Behavioral Core
1st Year
30
POLS 2311 MATH 33XX+Elective MATH 33XX+Elective Approved Minor Course Approved Minor Course
3rd Year
plan for success
32
31
4th Year
123
2nd Year
TOTAL DEGREE HOURS
Beginning the Journey
Trailblazing the Path
Be Bold. Be Ambitious. Set Yourself Apart.
ENGAGE
global engagement
Join Honors College, if appropriate. Look for summer internships or REU programs. Consider a study abroad program.
Learn about student chapters of mathematical professional organizations: Actuarial Science Club; American Mathematical Society Graduate Chapter; Association for Women in Mathematics; Mathematical Association of America; Mid-Cities Math Circle; Pi Mu Epsilon Chapter; Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics; Society for the Advancement of Chicanos & Native Americans in Science. Get to know math professors and their areas of research.
*You can ask your freshman advisor about what these requirements are
Global Grounds Global Mavericks Program International Week Language Exchange Program Study Abroad
Destination Graduation
Take MATH 3330 as soon as prerequisites are met. Continue taking required courses. Gear up for success in the Big Three: MATH 3300 (Intro to Proofs); MATH 3307 (Math Analysis I); MATH 3321 (Abstract Algebra I). Explore avenues for participation in undergraduate research.
leadership development
Design your journey
community engagement
Maverick Advantage
Mentorships Student organizations Peer education Volunteering Tutoring & coaching Student Governance
Take UNIV-SC 1131-020, the Freshman Student Success course for math majors. Enroll in a calculus or similar course, depending on level of preparation. Become familiar with degree requirements for math majors. Review the different math degree options: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with focus in Industrial and Applied Mathematics; Actuarial Science and Statistics; UTEACH (secondary education) Collaborate with advisor/professor to draft a four-year plan of studies.
Inquire about opportunities for service learning. Become a tutor in the Learning Resource Center, Ideas Center, or Supplemental Instruction. Attend regularl meetings of the student organizations in mathematics. Ask a professor to mentor you for undergraduate research. Consider joining the UTEACH program. Become an officer of a student organization. Find opportunities to represent mathematics or the Mathematics Department in the broader community.
Present a poster at ACES. Give a talk at the Texas MAA annual meeting. Present a poster at the Joint MAA AMS meeting in January. Familiarize yourself with the latest relevant software.
Career Development
Put together resume highlighting all engagement activities. Apply and visit graduate schools, if appropriate. Visit local industries, Career Development Center.
EXCEL
undergraduate research
Service Learning UTA Volunteers Camps for high school students
Internships Fellowships Assistantships Job fairs Scholarships Peer Academic Leadership
Undergraduate Research Assistantship Contact your professors for opportunities
EDUCATE
Complete degree requirements. Apply for graduation. Take GREs, if appropriate. Collaborate with Career Development Center, participate in job fairs.
Apply for graduate school, if appropriate. Do an undergraduate or Honors thesis. Prepare a professional paper of your undergraduate research and submit to a journal.
Career Readiness
Workforce Skills
Explore workforce skill development through on and off-campus activities Engage with the UTA Career Development Center at uta.edu/careers Meet with a career consultant Network with employers Discover internships and co-ops Apply for on-campus employment Join Handshake, our career services platform Participate in career development programs
Abstract Formulation of Models Attention to Detail Creativity Logical Reasoning Organize, Analyze, and Interpret Numerical Data Persistence Proficiency for Accuracy and Detail Quantitative Problem-Solving Time Management Work Independently or in Small Groups
Find your career
Take Action
Actuary Banking - Commercial and Regional Consulting Firms Credit Unions Cryptographer Custom Software Builders Data Scientist Economist Educational Publishers Financial Analyst Financial Consultant Financial Institutions Financial Planner Government - Federal, State, Local Investment Analyst Market Research Mathematician Operations Research Analyst Service Companies Specialized Training Organizations Statistician Wholesale and Retail Trade Firms
What career options do I have with this major?
Creativity/Ingenuity: Synthesize existing ideas and concepts in innovative and creative ways to develop new ways of thinking or working, and engage in divergent thinking and risk taking. Critical Thinking: Analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems by using sound reasoning before forming a strategy, decision, or opinion. Teamwork/Collaboration: Work within a team and foster collaborative relationships with peers and supervisors. Use interpersonal skills to demonstrate respect and dignity for others while working toward a common goal.
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