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Combine Theory With Practical Applications

3 students working around a table in RUCOur mathematics bachelor’s degree program at the University of Michigan-Dearborn provides a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied mathematics, preparing you for a wide range of opportunities in our data-driven world. You have many options to personalize the program with courses that fulfill your personal interests and professional goals.

Where a Mathematics Degree Will Take You

The analytical and problem-solving skills you learn in our mathematics program will prepare you for a wide range of careers. Our graduates have found exciting opportunities in academia, research, data analysis, IT, finance, and government, among other areas. A bachelor’s degree in mathematics also provides great preparation for pursuing graduate studies.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the , and is meant to be averages across the United States for 2024. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$104,350 Median Salary

Mathematicians and Statisticians (master’s usually required)

Overall employment of mathematicians and statisticians is projected to grow 11 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 2,500 openings for mathematicians and statisticians are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$125,770 Median Salary

Actuaries

Employment of actuaries is projected to grow 22 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 2,200 openings for actuaries are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$91,290 Median Salary

Operations Research Analysts

Employment of operations research analysts is projected to grow 23 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 11,300 openings for operations research analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$115,440 Median Salary

Economists (master’s usually required)

Employment of economists is projected to grow 5 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

About 1,000 openings for economists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$112,590 Median Salary

Data Scientists

Employment of data scientists is projected to grow 36 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 20,800 openings for data scientists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different