Mathematics
Bachelor of Science
Fall
- MATHEMATICS 170 Calculus I............ 4cr.
- COMPUTER SCIENCE 170 Computer Science I............ 3cr.
- Second Language............ 3cr.
- ENGLISH 101 English Composition............ 3cr.
- First Year Seminar............ 3cr.
- CORE 101: GOA Co-Curriculum Program I............ 0cr.
Spring
- MATHEMATICS 171 Calculus II............ 4cr.
- MATHEMATICS 225 Foundation of Higher Math............ 3cr.
- Second Language II............ 3cr.
- PHILOSOPHY 100 Ethics as Intro to Philosophy............ 3cr.
- THEOLOGY 111 Theological Foundations............ 3cr.
- CORE 102: GOA Co-Curriculum Program II............ 0cr.
Fall
- MATHEMATICS 220 Calculus III............ 4cr.
- Historical Perspectives............ 3cr.
- Lit & Moral Imagination............ 3cr.
- Writing Flag............ 3cr.
- PHILOSOPHY 200 Philosophical Perspectives............ 3cr.
Spring
- MATHEMATICS 240 Linear Algebra ............ 3cr.
- MATHEMATICS Elective............ 3cr.
- Creative Perspective............ 3cr.
- Quantitative Reasoning Flag............ 3cr.
- Theological Perspectives............ 3cr.
Fall
- MATHEMATICS 340 Abstract Algebra............ 3cr.
- MATHEMATICS Elective............ 3cr.
- Scientific Perspectives, Lecture & Lab............ 4cr.
- Oral Communication Flag............ 3cr.
- Elective............ 3cr.
Spring
- MATHEMATICS 370 Real Analysis............ 3cr.
- MATHEMATICS Elective............ 3cr.
- MATHEMATICS 391 Mathematics Seminar I............ 1cr.
- Natural Science Elective, Lecture & Lab............ 4cr.
- Elective............ 3cr.
Fall
- MATHEMATICS Elective............ 3cr.
- MATHEMATICS 392 Mathematics Seminar II............ 1cr.
- E/RS Flag............ 3cr.
- Social Science Elective............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
Spring
- MATHEMATICS Elective............ 3cr.
- MATHEMATICS 393 Mathematics Seminar III............ 1cr.
- DCR Elective............ 3cr.
- Humanities Elective............ 3cr.
- General Elective............ 3cr.
Exciting Career Opportunities
Accountant, Budget Analyst, Cryptographer, Data Scientist, Economist, Financial Analyst, Financial Manager, Investment Analyst, Insurance Underwriter, Mathemetician, Math Teacher/Professor, Market Research Analyst, Statistician
Top Employers for Math Graduates
84.51, Ameritas, Cahaba Wealth Management and Epic Systems
Foundations of Higher Math (MATH 225)
Build a strong mathematical foundation. Explore propositional and predicate logic, proof methods, sequences, recursion, set theory, functions, and relations. This course emphasizes proof-writing skills.
Cryptology (MATH 316)
Uncover the secrets of cryptography. Learn about classical ciphers like shift, affine, Vigenère, substitution, Hill, one-time pads and Enigma. Explore modern methods like the RSA algorithm, DES, AES: Rijndael, discrete logarithms and elliptic curves.
Mathematical Modeling (MATH 325)
Apply math to real-world problems. This course examines the practical applications of mathematical principles across various fields. Learn to synthesize, formulate and solve real-world challenges using mathematical models.
Computer Science I (CSCI 170)
Explore the world of computer science. Gain an overview of problem-solving, algorithms, machine architecture, operating systems, assembly language, higher-level programming languages, compilers, computational limits, networking, applications and social/ethical issues.
Mathematics Club
Explore your passion for math, attend networking events, participate in career discussions, and share your ideas with other students.
Actuarial Science Club
Discover the world of actuarial science through firsthand experiences. Hear from industry professionals, job shadow at a local insurance company, and even travel for networking opportunities.
Economics Association
Explore economic career paths, network with business leaders and make a positive impact on the community.
Finance Association
Connect with finance executives, learn about career opportunities and expand your professional network.
Program Features
Explore the math topics that interest you most with our undergraduate research program. Gain hands-on experience, develop research skills and work alongside expert faculty.
Learn from mathematics faculty whose expertise spans cutting-edge fields, including applied mathematics, mathematical biology and epidemiology (disease modeling), linear algebra, graph theory, probability and more.
At Xavier, you can major in mathematics while working toward specific requirements for secondary (high school) teacher certification.
Beyond the numbers, you’ll explore ways to use mathematical concepts to address societal issues, from climate change and economic policy to public health and cybersecurity.
Expand your skills as a paid tutor in the Mathematics Tutoring Lab. Help fellow students succeed in their math courses while gaining valuable experience and honing your own skills.
Are you a rising 9th-12th grader with a passion for technology, engineering or math? Join STEAM@XU for a week-long immersive research experience on the Xavier University campus.
Mathematics Program at Xavier University
Xavier’s Mathematics program develop a student's capacity to undertake intellectually demanding mathematical tasks by emphasizing general mathematical reasoning through mastery of varied subject matter. Upon successful completion of the program, the student should be well prepared for graduate studies in mathematics and related disciplines, for teaching at the secondary level and for immediate employment by industry in a position which makes use of the talents and abilities of one trained in the mathematical sciences.
Xavier University’s College of Arts and Sciences challenges students to develop an integrated understanding of humanity, the world, and God by pursuing the questions raised in Xavier's core and departmental curricula. The College of Arts and Sciences is the oldest and largest college at Xavier University. The college provides an excellent liberal arts education in the Jesuit tradition that prepares students for careers, professional or graduate school, and life in a global society.
Xavier University is a private university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a liberal arts education in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. Founded in 1831, the University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. It has been ranked among the top 10 master's-level universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for the past two decades. The Princeton Review names it one of the "Best 385 Colleges in America."