Mathematics | Western Michigan University

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Math Prize Competition 2018

WMU students recently competed in a rigorous competition, showing off their problem-solving skills in an effort to win cash.
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WMU Math Challenge

Elementary students become math masters during WMU Math Challenge at Moorsbridge Elementary School.
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Highest possible degree in mathematics

Awarded more than 100 Doctor of Philosophy degrees since 1969.
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Growing graduate program

WMU has a vigorous and growing graduate program in mathematics.
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Effective doctoral programs

Students receive individualized attention and encouragement in this program, which is in the top half of all math doctoral programs in the U.S. for educational effectiveness.

6th Lake Michigan Workshop on Combinatorics and Graph Theory

The Department of Mathematics will host this event, April 6-7, 2019 Flier

Why do you want to study math?

It is often demonstrated that being a mathematician is a top profession

Math skills matter most

Math gives plenty of career opportunities

Study abroad opportunity

If you are applying to a semester of full-year study abroad on the Budapest Semester in Mathematics/Mathematics Education program, BSM, please inquire into the "Linda Lesniak International Study Scholarship in Mathematics or Mathematics Education," as well as any other department funding that may be available to defray expenses related to study abroad. General inquiries about this scholarship should be directed to the chair of the Department of Mathematics.

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