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Mathematics (Concentration)

Mathematics is an Area of Concentration that falls under General Studies at varying 4-year colleges. At the two-year level, it should not be confused with declaring a major; rather, it is a program track that is recognized by Alabama Transfers for the specific purpose of transferring to a four-year college. Upon completion of this course of study, students are awarded an Associate's degree that is transferable. Mathematics leads to a multitude of high paying career path options. With a math degree, you can pursue various occupations (after you secure your 4-year degree or higher) that require skills in logic, analysis, problem-solving, and computation. You can consider Actuary, Engineering, College Math Professor, Data Scientist, Entrepreneur, High School Math Teacher, Investment banking analyst, Management consultant, Management consultant, Computer programmer, Statistician, Financial analyst, and more. NOTE: Some pathways require a Masters degree +

Benefits of Choosing a Career in the Mathematics and Engineering Fields

Choosing to a career pathway in the Mathematics field can lead to lucrative jobs from Engineering to "out of space" ventures. In fact, the Top 10 highest paying jobs for this career pathway are Mathematicians, Aerospace Engineers, Economist, Actuary Scientist, Statisticians, Cryptographers, Financial Analyst, Neuropsychologist, and Astronomers.  Not sure what all these career paths actually do, click here to learn more.  As a mathematics major, you can expect to develop sound mathematics skills at Lawson State, and transfer so you can complete your four-year degree (or higher) at a 4-year college or university.  

Our Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate and Science (AS) two-year degrees range from 60 to 64 transferable credits.  That means that once you graduate from Lawson State, you will be able to enter your four-year college of choice as a junior and secure a 4-year degree. To  increase your earning power, many mathetics students continue their education and get their Masters degrees and doctorate degrees in the select majors, so the higher you climb...the higher your potential for increased earnings in the workplace. 

All  AA and AS degrees are backed and protected by Alabama Transfers (Learn More).

$96k
Median salary in 2023 for Mathematicians and Statisticians.  For more information on your field, conduct a web search. Salaries can vary depending on your discipline.
31%
Growth in the field expected nationwide from 2021 to 2031. Much faster than other careers.
31K
Number of jobs in U.S.
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Catherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician and Celebrated Hidden Figure
Katherine Johnson, NASA Mathematician and Celebrated Hidden Figure
We will always have STEM with us. Some things will drop out of the public eye and go away, but there will always be science, engineering, and technology. And there will always, always be mathematics. 
Explore a Career in Mathematics or Engineering.  The path is endless...the challenge is incredibly satisfying intellectually.

 

Explore Your Options in the Mathematics and Engineering Fields

Lawson State Offers a variety of Mathematics and Engineering career pathways.  Some are listed below.  To explore more Mathematics and Engineering pathways, click on the Alabama Transfers bar below.  Any Area of Concentration you select, you can take the classes here at Lawson State or complete the bulk of your classes here, transfer early and complete a Reverse Transfer to complete your studies at the four-year college.  Students graduating from Lawson's Mathematics Department are awarded with Associate of Science 2-year degree.  Credits awarded (up to 64) do transfer to 4-year colleges.
  • Applied Mathematics (AU Only)
  • Atmospheric and Earth Science (UAH Only)
  • Aviation Management (AU Only)
  • Aerospace Engineer
  • Health and Safety Engineer
  • Engineering Aerospace
  • Engineering Biomedical
  • Engineering Chemical
  • Engineering Civil
  • Engineering Computer Engineering
  • Engineering Computer Science
  • Engineering Construction (UA Only)
  • Engineering Cybersecurity (UAH Only)
  • Engineering Electrical
  • Engineering Environmental (UA Only)
  • Engineering Industrial and Systems
  • Engineering Materials
  • Engineering Mechanical
  • Engineering Software (AU Only)
  • Engineering Wireless (AU Only)
  • Geospatial and Environmental Informatics
  • Math Education (Teaching K-12 to High School)
  • Math Professor (College Level Professor)--Requires a Masters' degree
  • Mathematics

NOTE:  If you do not see your specific area of concentration in Lawson's Catalog, contact the Records Office.   If you career path is listed under Alabama Transfers, Lawson State will honor that degree type.  Please note that some class offerings may be limited.  In such cases, simply do an early transfer and complete a Reverse Transfer of credit and awards.

Alabama Transfers outlines what specific courses you need for each Mathematics and Engineering pathway (Area of Concentration).  Click below to review your area of interest or to discover even more Social Science pathways that may be of interest to you.

Explore your Career Pathway and more options via Alabama Transfers.

 

Want specific information related to Lawson State's programs and course listings outlined in their catalog?  Click here.

 

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Bessemer Campus
Building "A"
Room A160
Weymon Holloway, Mathematics Chairperson
wholloway@lawsonstate.edu

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