Careers
Mathematics majors are highly recruited on college campuses. Identifying one of three career tracks typically followed by Mathematics majors can help you make specific plans. You can get information about most careers at the University Career Services Department
Teaching
Mathematics teachers at the middle school and secondary levels are in high need in Texas.
- Contact Dr. George Tintera of the Mathematics Department for more information about degree plans, extra-curricular possiblities and professional development leading to a successful teaching career.
- Contact O.B. Garcia (Teacher Recruitment Coordinator) or Jill Allen (Monarch Program Assistant) about scholarship$ and loan forgivene$$ programs for future math teachers.
Graduate School
Further study of mathematics can lead to more employment opportunities, research work and college level teaching. Let your faculty mentor know early if you are interested in going on to graduate school.
Things to keep in mind are
- Graduate school admissions depends on grades in upper division courses. Hard work in those courses does pay off, and
- Your Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score will be used as an admission criteria for graduate school. Find out early what the GRE is and how you can prepare to do your best on that exam.
Best Link: http://falcon.tamucc.edu/%7Egradweb/
Other Careers
Math majors are sought by recruiters at this and other campuses. See the Mathematical Association of America website for profiles of mathematicians, especially for profiles of mathematicians other than math professors.
Kathleen Hall of our Carreer Services department identified the desirable skills Mathematics majors develop in their careers
- Problem Solving
- Logical Reasoning
- Basic Math Skills
- Creative thinking
- Ability to apply knowledge in practical ways
Ms. Hall also found that highly desired skills that Mathematics majors can develop are
- Ability to work in teams
- Oral and written communication skills
- Ability to respond to rapid change
- Interest in lifelong learning, inquiry
See http://www.uncwil.edu/stuaff/career/Majors/math.htm for online details on careers for Mathematics majors.
Better yet? Make an appointment today with career services. Visit them on the web at http://career-services.tamucc.edu/.
