Science & Mathematics

Mathematics

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

The possibilities are infinite.

Does your mind work in numerical ways? Does the sight of a complex math problem cause you to reach for the nearest pencil? Are you fascinated by statistics, patterns, and formulas? Do you see the crucial role of numbers at the core of just about everything?

Lesley’s mathematics major will prepare you for a deep understanding of mathematics and its varied applications across many fields. And, with our reimagined general education curriculum, you’ll be ready to succeed in an increasingly complex, diverse, and global world.

We'll help you decide how and where you can take your mathematics knowledge. You'll gain hands on learning at places like the Museum of Science, Boston Financial, New England Aquarium, Boston Consulting Group, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University, and many more, to help you decide on your path.

Mathematics majors often go into the business and finance worlds, with Wall Street increasingly putting a premium on those who can analyze and predict the direction of stocks, commodities, foreign exchanges and more. But that’s just one path you could take with this incredibly versatile (and lucrative) major.

You could become an actuary, an engineer, an accountant, go into computer science, statistics, or you could become a math teacher, too.

A degree in mathematics can truly open you up to a nearly incalculable number of opportunities. Of course, with your degree you’ll be equipped to calculate them pretty quickly.

Curriculum overview

Here's a snapshot of what your course of study could look like.

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Craft Creative Combinations

As a Mathematics major, you can pursue a second major or one of our 45+ minors—in art & design or a liberal arts subject—to expand your career opportunities.

Forge your own path with a creative combination:

Mathematics + Business Management = Financial Analyst
Mathematics + Psychology = Cryptographer

Gain Skills and Expertise

Here’s a taste of what you’ll do in our mathematics program:

Learn complex mathematical and quantitative thinking.
Understand how to analyze and construct mathematical models that can be applied across many disciplines.
Pursue hands-on collaborative research into emerging topics such as Game Theory, alongside our expert faculty.
Get exposure to all the major branches of mathematics.
Learn how math can be applied to your personal areas of interest.
Make observations, ask new questions, test predictions, and evaluate the results.
Hone communications skills including writing, editing, and giving presentations.

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Our small average class size means more personal attention and bigger opportunities for learning.

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Amara Obiora ’22 receives Edith Lesley Wolfard Award

Graduating senior and future math teacher exemplifies commitment to learning and academic excellence.

Lesley University is SAT Blind

We know that a single standardized test can't sum up your accomplishments and abilities. That's why we don't require SAT scores when you apply. Instead, we'll focus on the strength of your application, including your essay and activities.

Alumni Satisfaction

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Good fit for

Big idea generators / Strategic planners / Dot connectors / Future teachers / Problem solvers / Mathletes.

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Small College, Big University

Within the dynamic environment of a larger university, you'll receive the personalized education of a small liberal arts college of 1,300 students and hands-on attention from specialized faculty. In our mathematics and science programs, you'll build your critical thinking, observational, and analytical skills to help solve the world's complex problems.

The Lesley Dividend pays big.

Every student who earns an undergraduate degree from Lesley is eligible to receive 12 graduate credits toward any master's degree we offer, 100% free. That's potentially over $13,000.

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Pre-College Program

Do something different this summer. Expand your horizons. Learn something new. Earn some college credit along the way.

Undergraduate Programs

835

Undergraduate students lived on-campus during the 2016-2017 school year.

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$90,410

Average salary for math occupations

Already much higher than the median annual wage ($53,490) for all occupations, jobs in math are projected to grow 27% from 2019-2029 (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2019).

Jobs you could have.

Mathematics majors go on to rewarding jobs in a variety of fields, and often pursue graduate study to enhance their careers.

Actuary
Accountant
Computer Scientist
Statistician
Financial Analyst
Teacher

Places you could work

You'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience before graduation, preparing you to work at places like:

Google
U.S. Government
Boston Consulting Group
State Farm Insurance
Intel
Boston Public Schools

Cambridge is our campus. Boston is our neighbor.

Whether you're pursuing environmental studies, biology, or another science or math major, you'll take classes on our three beautiful Cambridge campuses. Work alongside faculty researchers in our state-of-the-art science lab and benefit from being in Cambridge, home to 200+ companies and incubator labs that are studying life sciences and clean energy. Discover the Cambridge and Boston area—a dynamic hub of internships, professional opportunities, service work, culture, and fun that few other cities can match.

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Approximate cost, before financial aid, for one year of study in this undergraduate program. Tuition and fees are for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Financial Aid

Use our step-by-step guide to apply for federal, state, and university funding. Scholarships, grants, Work-Study, and loans. It’s all right here.

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