The College of New Jersey

What you'll study

Students first gain a strong foundation in mathematics and then study advanced topics oriented toward application and data. The curriculum emphasizes complex problem-solving, quantitative analysis, and technical communication. Undergraduates can pursue faculty-mentored research in areas such as biostatistics, machine learning, financial analysis, knot theory, and pedagogical practice; research experiences are supported through programs like the MUSE summer program.

Entry requirements

The published page does not list specific admission criteria for the Applied Mathematics specialization. Prospective students should consult the college's admissions office or program page for exact first-year and transfer requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates move into roles that apply mathematical and statistical skills across sectors. Common outcomes cited by the department include positions as analysts, actuaries, cryptographers, data scientists, and statisticians; some alumni become mathematics teachers or pursue graduate and professional schools. Recent employers and graduate destinations include Bank of America, Deloitte, Pfizer, Prudential, U.S. Geological Survey, Drexel, Duke, Johns Hopkins, Rowan, and Tufts.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program highlights opportunities that can reduce time-to-degree or enhance funding and training: accelerated and dual-degree options, undergraduate research with faculty mentors, summer research programs (MUSE), and faculty-supervised internships at regional organizations. Students should contact the department and the college financial aid office for details on scholarships, assistantships, and program-specific funding.