Bachelor in Mathematics (Bachelor's)

Millsaps College’s Methodist connection is visible on campus through a sculpture of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, and a service-oriented academic community. Students are encouraged to pursue scholarly inquiry, intellectual growth, personal honesty and mutual trust through the college’s honor code. The college has developed a liberal arts experience focused on helping students connect education with purpose, professional preparation and community life.

Academic study begins with the Compass Curriculum, which develops core skills and introduces students to areas beyond their major. The Pathways program guides a four-year exploration of academic interests, professional curiosity and practical experiences, with six specialized tracks that students can change as their interests develop. Millsaps offers 39 majors, 51 minors, 15 pre-professional programs and the option to create an individual program. Research, internships, honors work and the Ford Teaching Fellowship give students additional ways to work closely with faculty. All classes are taught by faculty, and 95 percent of faculty hold the highest degree in their fields.

The campus is in Jackson, Mississippi’s capital and largest metro area. Its location near the University of Mississippi Medical Center, the state capitol and major law firms supports internship access. Jackson also offers the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, the Fondren arts district, restaurants and arts activities. International study includes faculty-led programs, direct exchanges, ISEP and affiliate providers. Millsaps also operates the 4,500-acre Kaxil Kiuic Biocultural Reserve in Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. Students planning to study abroad should arrange advising and may need approval for some options.

This programme prepares students for careers in teaching, actuarial science, and related quantitative fields. It emphasizes critical thinking, problem solving, and quantitative reasoning through a broad liberal arts curriculum. Students engage in mathematical modeling, financial mathematics, and research opportunities. The programme supports independent study and collaborative projects with faculty.

Focus areas include Mathematical Modeling, Financial Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Research in Pure and Applied Mathematics, Problem Solving, Scientific Writing.

The Mathematics, B.A. requires a total of 120 credits. Coursework includes core mathematics classes, electives in applied areas, and opportunities for research and independent study. Credits are for the full degree, not a concentration.

Graduates enter roles in teaching, actuarial science, financial analysis, data analysis, and research support.

Applicants must submit high school transcripts, standardized test scores if required, and a personal statement. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is recommended. International students must provide English proficiency scores.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 49% of applicants.