Major in Mathematics at Erskine College. Learn More Today!

Major in Math at Erskine!

Through Erskine’s mathematics major, you will develop problem-solving skills and abstract reasoning abilities, which will prepare you for a rapidly changing workplace.

Recent graduates from the program have entered a variety of careers. Some have become teachers, worked in business, served in the armed forces, practiced law, or worked in industry. Others have completed graduate studies in mathematics, physics, statistics, computer science, and philosophy.

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J.P. Bell, math major and chemistry minor; Engineering Dual Education Program

I have gained knowledge of how the laws of math are found throughout God’s creation. I have gained problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills.

– J.P. Bell, Chemistry and Mathematics major, Physics minor, Engineering dual education program, class of 2025

I chose to be a math major because I enjoy thinking logically and critically. I think that these two skills are critical in all aspects of life. I believe that math explains the world God has created in many ways, and studying it allows me great insight into how amazing our God is.

– Noah Lin, Mathematics major

Mathematics Degree: Choose Your Path

The degree consists of 35 hours of math courses above the basic requirement while a minor consists of 15 hours. Within the major, you can choose from three tracks:

A major in pure mathematics prepares you for graduate-level studies as well as careers in information science, business, law, and research.

Interested in engineering? In Erskine’s dual education program in Engineering, you can earn degrees from both Erskine College and Clemson University and prepare for a career in Engineering. Learn more today!

Pair the math major with an education minor to prepare for a teaching career. You’ll also need to obtain teaching certification which qualifies you to teach math at the middle- and high-school levels.

Through Erskine’s partnership with Clemson University, you can complete a dual education program in Actuarial Science and Finance. At Erskine, you will earn a B.A. in Mathematics, and at Clemson, you will complete a B.S. in Mathematical Sciences with an emphasis area in Actuarial Science/Financial Math. Learn more about the Actuarial Science program.

The core for all majors includes:

Calculus I, II, III, & IV
Computer Programming
Foundations of Math
Linear Algebra
Abstract Algebra
Introductory Mechanics
Introductory Electromagnetism
Senior Seminar

Whether you plan to attend graduate school or enter the workforce, the mathematics department equips you with valuable knowledge and analytical skills to solve real-world problems.

Enhanced LIFE Scholarship, Palmetto Fellows Scholarship

The South Carolina General Assembly has passed legislation that enhances the value of LIFE and Palmetto Fellows awards for students majoring in math, science, and education disciplines. The Erskine-approved majors for Palmetto Fellows and Life Scholarship Enhancements are Biology, Chemistry, Education, and Mathematics.

Palmetto Fellows Enhancement – in addition to the base Palmetto Fellows requirements: Recipients with at least 30 hours, and who, as freshmen, earned 14 hours of approved math or science and who are math or science majors will receive an additional amount of up to $2,500 for a maximum Palmetto Fellows Scholarship of $10,000. Freshmen are not eligible for the Palmetto Fellows Enhancement.

LIFE Scholarship Enhancement – in addition to the base LIFE Scholarship requirements: Recipients with over 30 hours, and who, as freshmen, earned 14 hours of approved math or science and who are math or science majors will receive an additional amount of up to $2,500 for a maximum LIFE Scholarship of $7,500. Freshmen are not eligible for the LIFE Scholarship enhancement.

NOTE: In addition to defining eligible majors, individual courses must be identified that meet the 14 hours of math or science during the freshman year requirement. Please note that current interpretation of the new legislation precludes students from ever becoming eligible for the enhancements if the 14-hour requirement is not met by the end of freshman year. AP credits and dual enrollment courses (college credit courses taken while still in high school) can satisfy the 14-hour rule.