Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Join the community and discover your true potential in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Do you like math? What about problem solving? Even if you don't want to teach, a degree in mathematics or statistics will open a multitude of doors for you after graduation. This industry is booming, and our programs are designed to help get you where you want to go.

At Northwest, we work together to address patterns and problems across a variety of settings while utilizing our state-of-the-art math lab. We explore the beauty and utility of mathematics through the guidance of highly qualified and knowledgeable faculty. We use formal reasoning skills to immerse ourselves in topics like science, engineering and statistics. Begin your journey to a quality education by gaining profession-based learning in your first year.

$Degree options in Mathematics and Statistics$

Degree options in Mathematics and Statistics

Whether you want to teach or not, Northwest's Department of Mathematics and Statistics helps students explore a multitude of high-yielding career options.

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programs of study to choose from

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spectacular math lab to help YOU with math!

Expanded scholarship model with tiers up to $6,000 with merit scholarships. Once applied and admitted, eligible students are automatically awarded a merit-based scholarship based on their academic information.

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Get in-state rates with the Bearcat Advantage. Receive an $8,392 scholarship with a 2.75 GPA or above.

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Student Spotlight

“You get to see Horace Mann and they say, ‘You’re in the classroom on day one.’ You really are. My freshman year, we were already out, observing and you’re doing it. You start learning so quick and, along the way, you get so many different experiences.”

Lainie Ballance
Macon, Mo. // Elementary education major and mathematics education minor

Math Lab

The Math Lab is a walk-in tutoring service available free to all Northwest students needing extra assistance with math courses.

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Captain Scott Kelly

Experience lectures from professionals like NASA astronaut Captain Scott Kelly.

Profession-Based Learning Opportunities

Northwest owns a site license to R, the second highest data systems tool, and SAS. Through the National Science Foundation grant, students have access to computers to get profession-based learning experiences with large data. Access to these systems is free for students and are great skills to list on a resume.

$Profession-Based Learning Opportunities$

Mathematical Association of American

Northwest Student Chapter of Mathematical Association of America (MAA) promotes the interest and study of mathematics through problem-solving, meetings, lectures and social events.

$Mathematical Association of American$

Phi Mu Epsilon

Pi Mu Epsilon is a national honorary society that promotes mathematics and honors students who have excelled in the major and helps students who need assistance with their studies.

Beyond The Classroom

The pre-service teaching conference is an annual conference that students and faculty attend to learn new teaching methods.

Pre-Student Teaching

Pre-student teaching is a "mini student teaching" opportunity lasting one week. Northwest faculty observe and provide feedback that prepares students for their required semester-long student teaching.

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Contact

Garrett-Strong
Room 1610
660.562.1230
juliebm@54zhangmi.com

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