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Department of Mathematical Sciences

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A degree in mathematics will prepare you for a range of career options in business, industry, government and education. Companies in the computer and communications industries employ many mathematicians, as do energy, pharmaceutical, insurance and financial services companies. The Mathematics major offers new concentrations in:

  • Actuarial Science
  • Data Science
  • Mathematical Structures and Applications
  • Mathematics for Teachers
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Eastern’s bachelor’s degree in mathematics ranked in top 25 nationwide

Study.com Top Ranked School, 2021Eastern Connecticut State University’s mathematics faculty offers the 24th best bachelor’s degree in the nation, according to 2021 rankings by Study.com. Four New England schools made the top 25; Eastern is the only ranked institution in Connecticut.

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Department Chair
Dr. Marsha Davis
Science Building Rm. 152
(860) 465-4592
(860) 465-0479
davisma@easternct.edu		 Assistant Chair
Dr. Megan Heenehan
Science Building Rm. 166
(860) 465-5009
(860) 465-0479
heenehanm@easternct.edu
Virtual Appointment
Math Foundations Coordinator
Dr. Kim Ward
Science Building Rm. 154
(860) 465-4544
(860) 465-0479
wardk@easternct.edu		 Secretary
Ms. Cheryl Le Beau
Science Building Rm. 168
(860) 465-4510
(860) 465-0479
lebeauc@easternct.edu
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Programs of Study

  • The Mathematics major provides a solid foundation in computational and theoretical mathematics. New concentrations in Mathematical Structures and Applications, Data Science, Mathematics for Teachers and Actuarial Science provide Eastern math majors with the background and skills they need to compete in today’s job market.  Mathematical Sciences faculty members perform research in mathematical biology, number theory, data science, analysis, graph theory, topology, and mathematics education and curriculum development.  A mathematics minor is also available for non-Math majors. In addition, there is a math concentration in the Liberal Studies major for early childhood and elementary education teaching candidates.

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  • Students in Eastern’s interdisciplinary Data Science program receive training in statistics, computer science, business analytics and geospatial information systems. They learn fundamental Python, R and SQL programming skills. Data-based team projects provide opportunities for students to apply data science tools and techniques as well as develop collaboration and communication skills. Students also complete a portfolio of their work by graduation. Students may choose between a B.A. and a B.S.; Bachelor of Sciences students must take one of four concentrations in Mathematics, Business Analytics, Geographic Information Systems or Computer Science.

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  • Recognized by Colleges of Distinction and ranked number one in New England by the National Council on Teacher Quality, The Elementary Education major at Eastern prepares entry-level professionals to teach in elementary school classrooms. Teacher candidates gain competence in pedagogy; academic content areas; educational technology; and knowledge integration, while demonstrating how to create learning environments to support student diversity. Eastern’s program includes liberal art core electives, a dual major in a subject area, and hands-on student teaching experiences. Graduates can earn their advanced master’s degree in Education at Eastern with one additional year of study.

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