Math & Statistics Programs
WSU’s Mathematics & Statistics programs will set you up for success in a variety of fields. Whether you’d rather work in a classroom, office, or from home, we have a program for you.
Become a data scientist to turn complex data in to solutions for organizations. Learn more about Data Science Degree Options.
The BS in Data Science Major requires a student to acquire knowledge and expertise in data science through understanding of analytical and computational techniques.
The Minor in Data Science gives students the foundations they need to create meaning out of data.
Our Math programs open up a variety of professional opportunities in our increasingly analytical world. Learn more about Math Degree Options.
The BS in Mathematics has options for students who:
- Want to combine complementary interests and skills, learning to apply mathematics to another field
- Future educators desiring a more rigorous mathematical foundation
- Are considering graduate school in mathematics and want the strongest possible background and an opportunity to do independent research
The minor in Mathematics is:
- Highly attractive to potential employers or graduate schools
- Recognizes students majoring in other fields who have demonstrated significant mathematical skills
- Easy for Engineering majors to obtain—with only 1-2 additional courses required
Whether you want to be a high school or middle school math teacher, we have options for you. Learn more about Math Education Degree Options.
The Secondary Mathematics Teaching Major is designed to:
- Prepare students for a career in teaching mathematics (grades 5-12)
- Allow students to complete an additional major or minor program
The Middle Level Mathematics Teaching Minor is designed for:
- Students completing a teaching major
- Students who want to teach middle school mathematics
Our Statistics programs will help make you an expert on data interpretation. Learn more about Statistics Degree Options.
The BS in Statistics Major provides students a solid background in mathematics plus experience with statistical theories, methods, and statistical software.
The Minor in Statistics teaches students the basic skills needed to gather data, interpret it, and use the results to create change.
Our graduates have gone on to do great things after their time here at WSU. From working at a variety of companies to attending top mathematics, statistics and biostatistics graduate programs, our alumni are full of success stories.
- IBM
- MoneyGram
- National Security Agency
- Minnesota Wild
- Mayo Clinic
- Target
- Optum
- Cornell University
- Iowa State University
- Loyola University Chicago
- North Carolina State University
- North Dakota State University
- Oregon State University
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- University of Iowa
- University of Minnesota
- University of Nebraska
- University of Oklahoma