Applied Mathematics and Statistics
Learn from analytical thinkers and develop skills to solve real-world problems through the application of mathematical principles.
AT A GLANCE
What You’ll Learn:
- Advanced mathematical concepts, including multivariate statistics and data mining.
- Computer skills and relevant software for business applications.
What You’ll Do:
- Solve real-world problems by applying mathematical principles.
- Earn your SAS Certificate in data mining.
Where You’ll Go:
- Analytics positions at major corporate, nonprofit, and government organizations.
- Insurance, healthcare, technology, and financial services industries.
Our Students
“When I came for Admitted Student Open House, I got to meet some of the math professors. They talked about different learning styles and teaching methods. They were really invested in the students and talked about giving extra help in office hours. I liked that small school atmosphere.”
- Major: Applied Mathematics and Statistics
- Minor: Biology, Finance
- Hometown: New Brunswick, NJ
“After college I’ll be moving to San Francisco and working as an actuary analyst for Uber. Bryant has really prepared me for that career. There are always professors who are willing to help you and amazing resources to ensure your success.”
- Major: Applied Mathematics and Statistics
- Complementary Minor: Finance
- Hometown: Johannesburg, South Africa
Where Our Students Go
Our visionary mathematics and statistics graduates are making a difference in business, nonprofit, and government organizations and go on to prestigious graduate programs.
- Aetna
- Amica Mutual Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Citizens Financial Group
- CVS Health
- Delta Dental
- Fidelity Investments
- John Hancock Financial Services
- Liberty Mutual Insurance
- Neighborhood Health Plan of R.I.
- USA Football
- Wayfair
- Brown University
- Bryant University
- North Carolina State University
- University of Michigan
- University of Notre Dame
Learn Through Experience
Internships and Career Advancement
- Engage in supervised internships where you apply theories learned in the classroom.
- Network with accomplished alumni to explore different career paths.
- Secure an applied mathematics and statistics internship through the Amica Center.
Research
- Develop critical research skills in topics such as data mining, mathematical interest theory, number theory, software application, and sports statistics.
- Collaborate with faculty on original research and present at scholarly conferences.
- Participate in Bryant’s Research and Engagement Day (REDay).
- Present a thesis or research topic through the Honors Program.
Clubs and Organizations
- Actuarial Association
- Mu Sigma Rho National Statistics Honor Society