Mathematics & Actuarial Science
Dillard University Mathematics and Actuarial Science
Our program equips you with a solid foundation in mathematical principles and concepts and we empower you with highly sought-after skills that open doors to a world of possibilities. From architecture to engineering, from business to law, from medicine to pharmacy, and beyond, professionals with a strong background in math are in high demand.
The analytical and critical thinking skills you develop through our program will set you apart, giving you a competitive edge in the job market or graduate school.
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Complete a total of 121 credit hours of coursework for graduation.
General Education Core – 41 credit hours
Major Requirements – 37 credit hours
Additional Coursework – 43 credit hours
Major Requirements
- MAT 202 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 3 cr.
- MAT 203 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus III 3 cr.
- MAT 206 – Foundation of Mathematics 3 cr.
- MAT 300 – Probability and Mathematical Statistics 3 cr.
- MAT 301 – Applied Statistics 3 cr.
- MAT 302 – Differential Equations 3 cr.
- MAT 303 – Linear Algebra 3 cr.
- MAT 305 – Matrix Analysis 3 cr.
- MAT 330 – Discrete Mathematics 3 cr.
- MAT 350 – Theory of Interest 3 cr.
- MAT 381 – Society of Actuarial Exam I 2 cr. or
- MAT 411 – Senior Seminar I 2 cr.
- MAT 382 – Society of Actuarial Exam II 2 cr. or
- MAT 412 – Senior Seminar II 2 cr.
- MAT 410 – Numerical Analysis 3 cr.
- MAT 413 – Difference Equations 3 cr.
Additional Coursework
- ACC 211 – Principles of Accounting I 3 cr. or
- MAT 401 – Modern Algebra I 3 cr.
- ACC 212 – Principles of Accounting II 3 cr. or
- MAT 403 – Real Analysis I 3 cr.
- CS 150 – Introduction to Programming I 3 cr.
- ECO 202 – Principles of Microeconomics 3 cr.
- FIN 203 – Principles of Finance 3 cr.
- MAT 351 – Life Contingency Models 3 cr.
- MAT 408 – Actuarial Mathematics I 3 cr.
- MAT 409 – Actuarial Mathematics II 3 cr.
- PHY 220 – General Physics I 3 cr.
- PHY 220L – General Physics I Laboratory 1 cr.
- General Electives: 9 cr.
- Mathematics Elective 300 or above: 3 cr.
Mathematics & Actuarial Science Curriculum
First Year
First Semester
- ENG 111 – Expository Writing 3 cr. ♦
- FFR 121 – Elementary French I 3 cr. ♦ or
- FSP 121 – Elementary Spanish I 3 cr. ♦
- FYS 101 – First Year Seminar I 1 cr. / Service Learning ♦
- MAT 201 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus I 3 cr. ♦
- UCO 101 – University Convocation I 0 cr. ♦
- Physical Education Activity Elective 2 cr. ♦
- Natural Science Elective & Laboratory 4 cr. ♦
Total: 16
Second Semester
- AWS 100 – Survey of the African World 3 cr. ♦ or
- REL 208 – The Black Church in the U.S. 3 cr. ♦
- ENG 112 – Argument and Research 3 cr. ♦
- FFR 122 – Elementary French II 3 cr. ♦ or
- FSP 122 – Elementary Spanish II 3 cr. ♦
- FYS 102 – First Year Seminar II 1 cr. / Service Learning ♦
- MAT 202 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 3 cr.
- UCO 102 – University Convocation II 0 cr. ♦
- Humanities Elective 3 cr. ♦
Total: 16
Second Year
First Semester
- ENG 201 – Readings in World Literature I 3 cr. ♦ or
- ENG 202 – Readings in World Literature II 3 cr. ♦
- MAT 203 – Analytic Geometry and Calculus III 3 cr.
- MAT 206 – Foundation of Mathematics 3 cr.
- MAT 300 – Probability and Mathematical Statistics 3 cr.
- Social Science Elective 3 cr. ♦
Total: 15
Second Semester
- ECO 203 – Principles of Macroeconomics 3 cr. ♦
- ENG 199 – Writing Proficiency Examination 0 cr. ***
- MAT 301 – Applied Statistics 3 cr.
- MAT 302 – Differential Equations 3 cr.
- MAT 303 – Linear Algebra 3 cr.
- Social Science Elective 3 cr. ♦
Total: 15
Third Year
First Semester
- CS 150 – Introduction to Programming I 3 cr.
- MAT 305 – Matrix Analysis 3 cr.
- MAT 350 – Theory of Interest 3 cr.
- PHY 220 – General Physics I 3 cr.
- PHY 220L – General Physics I Laboratory 1 cr.
- General Elective 3 cr.
Total: 16
Second Semester
- ECO 202 – Principles of Microeconomics 3 cr.
- MAT 330 – Discrete Mathematics 3 cr.
- MAT 351 – Life Contingency Models 3 cr.
- General Elective 3 cr.
- Mathematics Elective (300 or above) 3 cr.
Total: 15
Fourth Year
First Semester
- ACC 211 – Principles of Accounting I 3 cr. or
- MAT 401 – Modern Algebra I 3 cr.
- FIN 203 – Principles of Finance 3 cr.
- MAT 381 – Society of Actuarial Exam I 2 cr. or
- MAT 411 – Senior Seminar I 2 cr.
- MAT 408 – Actuarial Mathematics I 3 cr.
- MAT 410 – Numerical Analysis 3 cr.
- MAT 499C – Senior Comprehensive Examination 0 cr.
Total: 14
Second Semester
- ACC 212 – Principles of Accounting II 3 cr. or
- MAT 403 – Real Analysis I 3 cr.
- MAT 382 – Society of Actuarial Exam II 2 cr. or
- MAT 412 – Senior Seminar II 2 cr.
- MAT 409 – Actuarial Mathematics II 3 cr.
- MAT 413 – Difference Equations 3 cr.
- MAT 499C – Senior Comprehensive Examination 0 cr.
- General Elective 3 cr.
Total: 14
Total Required Hours: 121
* Service Learning: Students will earn a total of 30 service learning hours after successful completion of FYS 101 & FYS 102.
** Community Service: Students must contact the Center for Career and Professional Development for pre-approved community service project to earn a total of 90 hours of community service by the end of their junior year.
***Writing Proficiency Examination: Students must complete ENG 111 and ENG 112 with a minimum grade of ‘C’ to register for ENG 199 – Writing Proficiency Examination. Students who fail to take or do not pass ENG 199 must take ENG 200 – Review of Writing Strategies (3 credit hours).
- private industry
- government sectors
- Graduate school
Our curriculum is designed to prepare you for success. We foster an environment that encourages collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving, empowering you to excel in fields such as actuarial sciences, statistics, computer sciences, and other allied fields.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Display basic skills and solid foundation in mathematics.
- Apply mathematical principles with technology to a multi-cultural, global and technological society.
- Use high-level critical thinking skills of analysis, synthesis and evaluation to solve problems in their disciplines and in research.
Hong Dai, Ph.D.
hdai@dillard.edu
Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Mathematics/Actuary Science, University of Connecticut
Location: PSB 262C
Office: 504.816.4728
Peter Frempong-Mireku, Ph.D.
pfmireku@dillard.edu
Upper Level Coordinator and Associate Professor
Ph.D. in Mathematics, Dalhousie University, Canada
Location: Professional Schools Building 262F
Office: 504.816.4064
Shareen Smith-Tuircuit
stuircuit@dillard.edu
Administrative Assistant, School of S.T.E.M.
Location: PSB 342
Office: 504.816.4722
Janice Thompson-Sanchez, Ph.D.
jsanchez@dillard.edu
Lower Level Coordinator and Assistant Professor
Ph.D. in Science & Mathematics, Southern University and A&M College
Location: PSB 102F
Office: 504.816.4848
