Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences at Florida International University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematical Sciences emphasizes a deep study of both the theoretical and practical aspects of mathematics, statistics, and data science. Possible occupations that a graduate of this degree program may, depending on the major/track chosen, be prepared for include actuary, operations research analyst, mathematician, statistician, and data scientist. Furthermore, a student who is planning to continue into graduate study in the mathematical sciences should enroll in this degree program.

Faculty: College of Arts, Sciences, and Education | Duration: 4 years (120 credits) | Location: Miami, FL, United States

What you will study

The programme requires 120 credit hours. Requirement areas in the catalogue: Major in Mathematics - Comprehensive Track ; Lower Division Requirements ; Mathematical Sciences Degree Core ; Major in Mathematics – Applied Math Track; Major in Mathematics – Biology Track; Major in Mathematics - Business Track .

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Entry requirements

Students must choose one of the following majors: The major in Mathematics – Comprehensive Track is the traditional Bachelor’s degree in mathematics offers students the possibility of learning rigorously and deeply the fundamental ideas and concepts of modern mathematics. This major is mainly designed for students intending to pursue graduate studies in mathematics or graduate schools leading to careers in academia or engineering. Graduates can also enter the work force in fields where analytical skills are needed such as jobs in statistics, actuarial sciences, finance, biotech, and mathematics education.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year entry terms: Early Fall 2027 and Fall 2027. Applications open August 1 on the Common App. Standardized test scores (SAT, ACT or CLT) are submitted separately from the testing agency.

Transfer entry terms: Spring, Summer A/C, Summer B and Fall.

Graduate entry terms: Fall (starts in August), Spring (starts in January) and Summer (starts in May); some programmes limit admission to one or two terms a year.

First-year Fall 2027 and Early Fall 2027: Early Action deadline for a complete application with documents is November 2, 2026 (notification December 10, 2026); regular deadline December 16, 2026 (notification January 21, 2027); final deadline March 2, 2027 (last decisions April 2, 2027); deposit due May 1, 2027. The application fee is $30 USD (or an SAT/ACT fee waiver). Applications are submitted through the Common App.

Domestic transfer application deadlines: Spring 2027 December 1; Summer A/C 2027 March 8; Summer B 2027 April 26; Fall 2027 July 8; Spring 2028 November 10 (College of Business deadlines are earlier). Transfer applicants educated at a non-US institution: Spring 2027 October 1; Summer 2027 March 2; Fall 2027 May 16; Spring 2028 October 5. The transfer application fee is $30.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.fiu.edu/

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