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Why Consider a Career in Mathematics?
CAREERS IN MATHEMATICS
Students often ask . . . “What can I do with math besides teach?” Well, lots of things! Graduates of mathematics programs have many options beyond teaching in the public and private sectors. Alabama A&M University math majors are exposed to both applied and pure mathematics courses as part of the undergraduate curriculum. Some jobs pursue by mathematics majors include:
| Career Title | 2024 Median Salary (US Bureau of Labor Statistics) | Minimum Education Required for Entry-Level |
| Actuary | $125,770 | Bachelor's |
| Computer Programmer | $103,790 | Bachelor's |
| Data Scientist | $112,590 | Bachelor's |
| Economist | $115,440 | Master's |
| Financial Analyst | $101,910 | Bachelor's |
| Market Research Analyst | $76,950 | Bachelors |
| Mathematician/Statistician | $104,350 | Master's |
| Operations Research Analyst | $91,290 | Bachelor's |
| Survey Researcher | $63,380 | Master's |
Other careers include:
- Systems Analyst
- Elementary, Secondary, and Postsecondary Education
- Bioinformatics
- Epidemiology
- Government Researcher
- Cryptologist
- Engineering
- And Much More!
Mathematics is also an excellent option for double majors! Alabama A&M University has many students from majors such as Engineering, Accounting, Chemistry, Physics, and Pre-Medicine/Health who have choosen to double major in mathematics
