Welcome to the Department of Mathematical Sciences!
The Department of Mathematical Sciences’ mission is to prepare students to meet the mathematical and computing demands they will face in their careers and as knowledgeable citizens. Through academic programs, research, and public service the department supports the disciplines of mathematics and statistics and the growth and development of educational opportunities in the Lowcountry.
Join Us!
We offer a B.S. in Mathematics, a B.S. in Data Analytics, a new flexible B.A. in Mathematics, and a B.S. in Mathematics Education (B.S. in Mathematics + minor in Education). In addition, we offer two undergraduate minors in Applied Mathematics and Applied Statistics. To learn more about our programs, please click on “Cadet Programs”.
We are excited that you are here to learn more about our department. Please reach out to our department head, Dr. David Edwards, if you have any questions or would like to schedule a time to drop by.
New B.A. in Mathematics (Coming Fall 2025)
Why choose the B.A. in Mathematics?
- High-Demand Careers: 37,100+ math-related job openings/year. Median salary: $101,460.
- Flexibility & Focus: Designed for students who want a strong foundation in mathematics and the freedom to explore another discipline.
- Built on Excellence: Same expert faculty and courses as the B.S. in Mathematics— just with more room to customize your path.
Ideal for Students Who Want To:
- Double major (e.g. Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science / Cyber Operations, Finance, Modern Languages, Psychology, Political Science, Physics, etc.)
- Prepare for professional school (Medicine, Law, Business)
- Pursue careers in tech, finance, government, education, and more
Click here for more information
Concentration in Data Analytics
Data-driven decision-making is now central to operations in fields like finance, technology, healthcare, and government. Employers are seeking graduates with strong mathematical abilities to analyze and interpret complex data. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects “much faster than average” job growth in careers requiring these skills, including roles such as data scientists, mathematicians, statisticians, and financial analysts.
Click here to learn more about our B.S. in Mathematics with a concentration in Data Analytics
What Can You Do With a Math Major?
Most math majors don’t become professional mathematicians—and that’s a good thing. A degree in mathematics is less about memorizing formulas and more about learning how to think logically, solve complex problems, and communicate ideas clearly. These are skills that employers in virtually every industry value.
Math majors go everywhere. They’re data analysts at Fortune 500 companies, quantitative researchers at investment banks, software developers at tech startups, and operations strategists in logistics. Many pursue advanced degrees in statistics, computer science, economics, engineering, or law. Others go on to teach, start businesses, or lead nonprofits. Some even work in cryptography, artificial intelligence, or epidemiology—fields where math is at the core of innovation.
What sets math majors apart is their ability to tackle hard problems with precision and creativity. In an unpredictable job market, that flexibility is priceless.
So what can you do with a math major? Just about anything.
Learn more here.
2025 Math Research Experience for Low-country High School Students and Teachers – July 14-18, 2025
Eight high school students and two high school teachers will attend The Citadel for a week-long math research program from July 14-18, 2025.
High school students and teachers will participate in problem-solving sessions with groups.
Possible topics include Fibonacci numbers, combinatorics, number theory, statistics, and applied mathematics.
Presentations will be Friday, July 18 at 3pm in Thompson 303. All are welcome.
Click here to learn more about the camp.
Follow us Instagram: @citadelmath and @citadelssm
Thompson Hall, The Citadel
171 Moultrie Street
Charleston, SC 29409
chenm@citadel.edu
The Swain School of Science and Mathematics welcomes nine new faculty members for the 2020-2021 academic year.
A Citadel cadet, along with two professors, wrote an academic paper titled "Matrices in the Hosoya Triangle" which was published in The Fibonacci Quarterly.
Clue: An annual event where cadets competed for vouchers to the school’s canteen and Chick-Fil-A. Answer: What is The Math Jeopardy Contest for Freshmen? After two rounds of math questions,