Why study pure math at Washburn?
If you want to use your love of mathematics to help solve the complex problems facing industry, or government, or you want to pursue advanced study in STEM, Washburn can prepare you for what’s ahead with degree options and faculty mentors aligned with your goals.
What sets mathematics at Washburn apart?
- You’ll learn from faculty, not graduate students in small classes that allow you to develop your skills and begin to build your professional network.
- Scholarships are available for incoming, transferring, and continuing students.
- Students who successfully complete necessary courses can work as paid tutors for the department, or as private tutors.
- Find community with math majors through student clubs and department study lounge in Morgan 252.
Admissions scholarships
Washburn University offers generous scholarships based on your interests, career aspirations, community service and academic success.Math department scholarships
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers a limited number of competitive, merit-based scholarships for qualified students majoring in a mathematics, including incoming freshmen and transfer students. Applications are due early in the spring.- Admissions scholarshipsAdmissions scholarships
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Tuition and fees
Courses in this program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate and Traditional Online Undergraduate rates.Financial aid
Washburn University offers generous undergraduate financial aid, including scholarships and grants.Tuition waivers
If you don’t currently live in Kansas, learn about our Tuition Waiver programs that may qualify you for in-state tuition.- Tuition and feesTuition and fees
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Degree options
As a math major, you will be able to choose (with help from your advisor, of course!) whether a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science fits your goals best.
While the core mathematics courses are the same, the specific degree requirements vary. A bachelor of science in mathematics requires a 30-hour concentration from the natural sciences: biology, chemistry, physics & astronomy, or computer information science. A bachelor of arts requires modern language study and more hours from the humanities and social sciences.
Bachelor of Arts in Pure Mathematics
Bachelor of Science in Pure Mathematics
"The smaller class size and having the actual professor teaching the material is one of the many facets of the education at Washburn University that sets the school apart from other universities. I knew my professors each personally and they were always willing to take extra time to spend with me if I needed additional help. I feel my life has been enriched through the education and experiences Washburn University and its professors afforded me."
- Holly Kennedy, bs, pure math '14, software developer
Set for Success
Gain experience
You can earn internship credit (1-6 credits) and gain experience before graduation.
Student/faculty ratio
20:1
Qualities for success
Inquisitive and energized by challenge
Collaborative
Critical thinkers
Program cost
Courses in this program are offered at the Traditional Undergraduate rates. Students in this program are eligible for scholarships and financial aid.
GET IN TOUCH WITH Department of Mathematics & Statistics
Department of Mathematics & Statistics
Morgan Hall, Room 250
1700 SW College Ave.
Topeka, KS 66621
Phone & Email
Phone: 785.670.1491
math@washburn.edu
