Department Chair
Gao Niu, Ph.D.
Develop the skills you need to solve real-world problems through the application of mathematical principles.
Data is a massive part of our daily life, with mathematics and statistics as the foundation for many careers. Whether you want to analyze marketing data, prepare clinical trials for a new drug, or investigate economic trends in government agencies, Bryant’s Applied Mathematics and Statistics program provides you with the skills to tackle real-world problems using mathematical principles.
You’ll focus on critical thinking, problem-solving, statistical analysis, relevant computer software, and foundational business knowledge. You’ll also customize your course of study with seven electives, letting you create a path that’s as broad or narrow as you like. You’ll be prepared for a successful career in various industries through our renowned faculty and student-centered curriculum.
Our curriculum consists of engaging coursework that’s designed to prepare you for your future career. Just a few sample courses include:
Our graduates go on to major corporations and prestigious graduate programs, including:
Bryant is one of only seven undergraduate universities worldwide to offer the SAS certificate in data mining. Complete four SAS-based statistics courses and learn how to solve real-world problems by applying mathematical principles. This prestigious professional designation will give you a competitive edge and help advance your career in a wide range of fields.
Gain practical experience and grow your confidence through our many internship opportunities.
Expand your horizons and immerse yourself in another culture through one of our study abroad programs.
Discover how to tackle society’s greatest challenges and put your ideas into action to benefit our community.
Engage your analytical mindset by collaborating with faculty on original research in the lab and field.
Lessons from a textbook can only take you so far. That’s why experiential learning is at the core of your Bryant experience. You’ll engage in hands-on projects and opportunities beginning your very first year — building skills in critical thinking, learning how to adapt to challenges, and fostering your determination to succeed.
By complementing your College of Arts and Sciences major with a business minor, you’ll learn how to assess problems from different perspectives and find creative solutions to today’s biggest challenges. Our interdisciplinary approach is a strength that leads to extraordinary career outcomes and lifetime earnings.