Applied Mathematics

Focused on using math to solve problems, Applied Mathematics will prepare students for careers in engineering and all other science areas, for that matter.

• Applied Math majors have been named Goldwater Scholars six times—the most of any major at Wake Forest.
• The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the number of data scientists in the U.S. will grow 36% by 2033, making the field the fourth-fastest in growth rate.

The Applied Mathematics degree is offered as a Bachelor of Science (B.S.).

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Our model and curriculum educate the whole person and often help students discover interests they had never previously discovered. Students generally take 100-200 level courses during their first year of college, while registering for higher level courses as upperclassmen.

Sample courses that you will take as an Applied Mathematics student include:

* Courses listed above are offered during the current academic year. Course availability and offerings can change at any time. Refer to the Academic Bulletin to view all major requirements.

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Applied Mathematics includes statistics, numerical analysis and other computer related mathematics, operations research, actuarial science, economics, and others, in addition to the traditional applications in the physical and engineering sciences. Advanced work in these applied areas builds heavily on an adequate background in the traditional pure areas, although the student may take beginning courses in these applied areas as an undergraduate.

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Joining a club or organization is a great way to get involved and do more with your major. Our Applied Mathematics students participate in the following programs:

• Association of Computing Machinery (Student chapter)
• Sports Analytics Club
• STEM Academy

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Careers that often interest Applied Mathematics majors, and fields our graduates work in, include:

• Actuary
• Data analytics
• Financial analyst
• Operation research analyst
• Statistical analyst