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Mathematics

Major or Minor in

Mathematics

Mathematics has sometimes been called the art of logical ideas. If you love discovering patterns and structure in complex processes and are satisfied by logically sound solutions to problems, a mathematics major at Linfield will sharpen your critical-thinking skills and help develop the analytical tools needed for a meaningful career in your chosen field.

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As a mathematics major at Linfield

you might take:

Game Theory

Investigate the mathematics of competitive and cooperative games arising in economics, business, politics and society. (MATH 365)

Nonlinear ODEs and Dynamical Systems

Explore chaos theory and investigate mathematical models for physical phenomena in the sciences. (MATH 310)

Higher Geometry

Explore systems of geometry and the connection between the shape of a space and the type of geometry it admits. (MATH 320)

Studying mathematics at Linfield

Beyond the classroom

  • Study abroad in a January Term program designed especially for our math majors and minors.

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  • Engage in an authentic summer research experience with our faculty to solve previously unsolved problems.

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  • Participate in one of several competition opportunities throughout the academic year. Test skills in codebreaking or build mathematical models of physical processes or practice mathematics problem-solving skills.

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  • Develop professional skills with a summer internship at a company such as Oregon Mutual Insurance or a McMinnville area nonprofit organization through Linfield’s Community Internships Program.

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  • Share your growing expertise in math with the community. Grade or tutor for the department or participate in our Math PLUS program to mentor a middle school student in a mathematics project.

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What you can do with a mathematics degree from Linfield

  • Work with an organization in a position that requires analytical reasoning and precise problem-solving skills such as market research analysis, financial analysis or data analysis.
  • Work as an actuary (someone who manages risk) for an insurance firm or financial services.
  • Pursue graduate studies in mathematics and other fields. Recent double majors have gone on to graduate school in economics, physics, biology and astrophysics.
  • Stay directly involved with mathematics education, teaching at the elementary or secondary level.
  • Work as a data scientist. Manage and analyze data to improve decision-making in a field you are passionate about.

Life After Linfield

You will leave prepared for a career in areas such as:

Education

  • Mathematics Teacher
  • Professor
  • Assistant Vice President

Administrative Services

  • Program Manager
  • Managing Director

 

Estimate wage: $81k

Estimate of what Linfield mathematics alumni could be making based on their current ages, occupations and geographic locations.

Potential wage: $99.3k

The potential wage is based on the average wage for the occupations.

Top career paths

The top five education-to-career paths of Linfield mathematics alumni include:

  • Mathematics Teacher
  • Program Manager
  • Software Engineer
  • Accountant
  • Assistant Vice President

 

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Have questions about studying mathematics at Linfield? Reach out! We'd love to connect with you.

Portrait of Professor Chuck Lundon.
Chuck Lundon
Professor and Chair, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Taylor Hall
503-883-2273
clundon@linfield.edu