Bachelor of Arts

Mathematics

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Why study mathematics at Goshen College?

The mathematics major at Goshen College builds your problem-solving, modeling and analysis skills for careers in data analysis, applied modeling, actuarial science, software development, engineering, research and teaching.

You will study the logic and patterns that shape the world, with personal attention from faculty who mentor you on research and what comes next. The program is compact, making it possible to major or minor in other applicable or complementary disciplines.

  • 100%
    of math education majors passed the content exam for licensure
  • 8
    weeks of paid faculty-mentored summer research available through Maple Scholars
  • #4
    nationally in bachelor's-to-PhD rank (Washington Monthly, 2025)

    What you’ll study

    You can major or minor in mathematics at Goshen College, and past students have paired mathematics with another major or minor in computer science, physics, history, biology or education.

    Core courses include Calculus, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Probability and Statistics, Abstract Algebra, Modern Geometry, and Problem Solving. View the complete program requirements in our catalog.

    Program Requirements

    Learning beyond the classroom

    Your work will extend beyond lectures and homework. As a math student here you can:

    • Intern where you have opportunities to work at a business, non-profit organization, or government to apply your quantitative skills solving important problems.
    • Conduct Research with faculty through the Maple Scholars Program.
    • Tutor fellow students through the Academic Success Center.
    • Participate in contests and professional meetings.

    You will also have access to campus computer labs, collaborative workspaces and the Good Library, with faculty mentorship for research and career preparation.

    Built around your life

    If you are the first in your family to go to college, or are afraid to get lost in the crowd, you belong in this program. Small classes mean you are a person to your professors, not a seat number, and the same faculty who teach you also mentor your research and help you plan your next step. Whether you come from a nearby town or from across the globe.

    • Being a math major really helped me understand the concept of learning and big-picture thinking. My math classes forced me to understand why I am doing each small operation, even as simple as addition, so I had to learn why everything works instead of just how to use it. This really helped me tutor students in math because I could dive deep into why everything works and help show them the “why,” and that made concepts stick.

      Gustavo Gonzales '27

      Mathematics Major & Tutor at Goshen College

    What it costs, and how aid helps

    As a mathematics major, you’re automatically considered for an academic scholarship of $14,000 to $20,000 a year when you’re admitted. You can also apply for the President’s Leadership Award(full tuition), the First Gen Leadership Award ($25,000/year), or the Dream Award (up to full tuition). Adding an information technology major or minor makes you eligible for the $1,500 Gorsline Academic Award.

    To see your own price after aid, run the net price calculator, or explore your options at the financial aid and scholarships pages.

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