Why Study Math?
Mathematics is one of the oldest and most fundamental sciences and a demanding major. But even those who love the challenge of math need to make a living after they graduate. Mathematicians need to have good reasoning ability in order to identify, analyze, and apply basic logical principles to technical problems. This skill can be used in a large number of professional situations so those with a degree in mathematics are in demand for a great variety of occupations.
Prof. Robert Kohn produced this powerpoint for a talk on February 8, 2011, entitled "What Can You Do With a Math Degree?"
Below are some other math related careers:
- Computer Programmers
- Computer Systems Analysts
- Database Administrators
- Software Developers
- Operations Research Analysts
- Economists
- Market Research Analysts
- Survey Researchers
- Financial Analysts
- Personal Financial Advisors
- Physicists and Astronomers
Please view our alumni profiles to find out what NYU Math major alums are doing.