The Eberly College of Science

Department of Mathematics

About our programs

Undergraduate Programs

Acquire a foundation in pure and applied mathematics by earning a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics.

African American Student looking up at Octocube Sculpture.
Math research

A wealth of mathematical scholarship and achievement

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About our programs

Graduate Programs

Acquire an advanced degree in mathematics and do research with some of the leading mathematics scholars in the world.

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Eisenhower Award
Eisenhower Award for Distinguished Teaching

Nate Brown, professor of mathematics, is one of two faculty members at Penn State to receive the 2022 Milton S. Eisenhower Award for Distinguished Teaching.

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Mathematics Advanced Study Semesters

This program combines advanced learning with research initiation for undergraduate students and a committed group of strong research faculty and top graduate students.

Mathematics Advanced Study Semesters 2017 team photo.
Meet the department Ombudspeople
Department Ombuds Resources

The function of the ombudsmen is to provide a safe and informal environment for individuals to discuss problems and issues outside of formal channels.

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Climate and Diversity Committee
Climate and Diversity Committee

The Mathematics Department Climate and Diversity Committee consists of representatives from every component of the Department: Faculty, Instructors, Staff, Graduate, and Undergraduate Students.

Nate Brown working with Summer Bridge students.
Working with the Millennium Scholars opened my eyes to my own mindset about learning and about what it means to be a mathematician.
Who Succeeds in Math?
Nate Brown

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