Mathematics
Mathematics
As a college graduate with a major in math, you won’t find “help wanted” ads for a mathematician. What you will find are employers seeking people who can think analytically and logically—an invaluable skill in a number of career paths. Our students graduate ready to contribute to the business world, or to pursue a graduate degree in everything from engineering to global security and intelligence. Still others combine math with a secondary education major so they can pass on their love of math to the next generation.
Why NWC?
Northwestern’s math major will sharpen your mind while giving you an increased appreciation for the natural order behind God’s creation. Its focus on problem solving will make you an asset in the job market, whether you’re planning on a career in industry, scientific research, engineering or education.
Requirements include calculus, linear algebra, and logic courses, with additional options in statistics, physics and computer science. If you plan to teach, you'll also complete a major in secondary education, which will equip you with skills for your future classroom.
Related minors include accounting, computer science, data science and statistics, mathematics, and mathematics teaching.
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Experience
Dr. Kim Jongerius, chair of Northwestern’s math department, was one of six presenters for Scientists in Synagogues, a national speaker series exploring the connections between religion and mathematics. Her presentation was supported by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the John Templeton Foundation, and the National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership.
The Compass Center for Career & Calling offers a variety of career exploration experiences, including job shadowing; internships in a variety of locations, including Chicago and Denver; and study abroad opportunities around the globe.
Michael Holm graduated from Northwestern with a degree in math, earned his doctorate in mathematics, and is now the chief data scientist for Covenant Eyes. Other career options for math majors include:
- Computer systems analyst
- Educational marketer
- Electronic commerce specialist
- Employee benefits analyst
- Financial analyst
- Firmware engineer (improving algorithms)
- Inventory control specialist
- Mathematics teacher
- Operations researcher
- Program manager
- Quality control specialist
- Research and development specialist
- Software engineer
- Systems engineer
A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering is slated for expected launch in the fall of 2024. Engineering concentrations currently being considered include mechanical, civil, computer and electrical. Read more.
You can also work toward a master’s degree in engineering by taking advantage of Northwestern’s dual-degree relationship with Washington University of St. Louis, one of the nation’s top engineering schools. Through this arrangement, you can earn an accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering and a master’s degree in computer engineering, data science, or systems science and engineering.
Dr. Kim Jongerius, chair of Northwestern’s math department, was one of six presenters for Scientists in Synagogues, a national speaker series exploring the connections between religion and mathematics. Her presentation was supported by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the John Templeton Foundation, and the National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership.
The Compass Center for Career & Calling offers a variety of career exploration experiences, including job shadowing; internships in a variety of locations, including Chicago and Denver; and study abroad opportunities around the globe.
Michael Holm graduated from Northwestern with a degree in math, earned his doctorate in mathematics, and is now the chief data scientist for Covenant Eyes. Other career options for math majors include:
- Computer systems analyst
- Educational marketer
- Electronic commerce specialist
- Employee benefits analyst
- Financial analyst
- Firmware engineer (improving algorithms)
- Inventory control specialist
- Mathematics teacher
- Operations researcher
- Program manager
- Quality control specialist
- Research and development specialist
- Software engineer
- Systems engineer
A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering is slated for expected launch in the fall of 2024. Engineering concentrations currently being considered include mechanical, civil, computer and electrical. Read more.
You can also work toward a master’s degree in engineering by taking advantage of Northwestern’s dual-degree relationship with Washington University of St. Louis, one of the nation’s top engineering schools. Through this arrangement, you can earn an accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering and a master’s degree in computer engineering, data science, or systems science and engineering.
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Faculty
Brilliant scholars. Committed Christians. Invested in you. That’s Northwestern’s faculty.
Dr. Kim Jongerius
Professor of Mathematics; Department Chair
Dr. Timothy Huffman
Professor of Mathematics; Director of the Actuarial Science Program
Dr. Ashley Jairam
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Dr. Hyunsung Jun
Associate Professor of Math and Physics
Dr. Jennifer Schon
Director of Institutional Research; Instructor of Statistics
