Earn Your Math Degree in on-campus in La Grande, Oregon or Online at Eastern Oregon University.
Unlock doors to elite technical careers, scientific discovery, and educational leadership. At Eastern Oregon University, you will explore the depths of mathematical modeling, logic, and abstract reasoning in small, highly personalized classes. Guided by passionate, world-class faculty, you will graduate prepared to tackle complex, real-world problems and step immediately into a high-demand professional role.
- 100% Post-Grad Placement: Last year, 100% of EOU’s 2025 Mathematics graduates successfully secured a math-related career or transitioned to graduate school.
- Undergraduate Research Built-In: Every math major conducts individualized, publishable research as part of their senior capstone, with early research involvement highly encouraged.
- Active Student Culture: Build your professional network, resume, and skills by participating in EOU’s Math Competition, summer research squads, and our vibrant student club, The Irrationals.
Students intending to continue into EOU’s MAT program and/or pursue a career as a high school mathematics teacher should consult with Education advisers as early as possible.
Personalized Mentorship Meets Analytical Rigor
Eastern Oregon University’s Mathematics program is designed for critical thinkers who want to turn their analytical talents into professional success. We reject the “large auditorium lecture” model. Instead, our students benefit from small, personalized classes, dedicated math-help resources, and extensive academic enrichment beyond the classroom.
Here, you are a collaborative research partner rather than a number in a gradebook. You will work one-on-one with passionate faculty mentors who have diverse mathematical backgrounds, helping you customize your studies around your unique interests.
- Choose Your Degree Type: Earn a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) by choosing focused science and computing credits, or a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) by completing foreign language credits.
- Undergraduate Scientific Publishing: From your very first terms, you will be encouraged to dive into original research. Outstanding papers are published in the Eastern Oregon Science Journal and presented at the EOU Spring Symposium and regional professional conferences.
- Accelerated Credit Transfer: Seamlessly transfer prior college coursework to satisfy EOU degree requirements, keeping your time-to-degree efficient and highly affordable.
- Total Credits: 180 Quarter Credits
- Post-Grad Success Rate: 100% Placement (Class of 2025)
- Active Student Club: The Irrationals
The American Mathematical Society has lots of information about careers available to those with a mathematics degree.
Core competencies
Master advanced methods for processing, analyzing, reducing, and presenting complex information from large, modern datasets.
Formulate hypotheses, structure rigorous mathematical proofs, and execute faculty-guided scientific inquiry.
Apply logical mathematical models and abstract problem-solving paradigms directly to complex commercial, scientific, and industrial applications.
Translate intricate statistical and mathematical outcomes into clear, technical reports and present them to diverse scientific and corporate audiences.
Collaborate effectively in small-group technical settings, participating in summer research teams and regional modeling competitions.
Build leadership skills through academic tutoring, math department mentorship, and community outreach like the Investigators in Science events.
LEARNING OPTIONS & DELIVERY MODALITIES
In-Person (La Grande)
The Mountaineer Experience
Experience an engaging, student-centered campus community in the beautiful Grande Ronde Valley. Perfect for students seeking traditional classroom debates and face-to-face peer groups.
Highlights: • Small class sizes with personalized instructor feedback.• Direct access to campus libraries, research labs, and regional networks.• Participate in EOU’s on-campus clubs and quarterly speaker events.
Maximize Your Prior Credits
Turn your previous college coursework or Associate degree into a powerful, career-accelerating bachelor’s degree at EOU.
Highlights: • Flexible transfer policy — EOU accepts up to 135 credits from other institutions. • Seamlessly integrate previous credits. • Personalized advisor support to build a fast-track completion plan. • Accelerate your timeline to save money and enter the job market sooner.
Collaborate with Passionate, Student-Centered Mathematicians
At Eastern Oregon University, our math professors are highly dedicated to your success. Our department’s faculty possess diverse academic specialties and active research programs. Because we maintain small class sizes, our professors are incredibly willing to work with students individually to provide assistance, personalized critiques, and enrichment beyond the classroom.
Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowships:
Students have the opportunity to participate in our acclaimed Annual Summer Research Group led by Dr. Amy Yielding. You will collaborate on complex research questions, develop professional skills, and present findings to regional academic and industry audiences.
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The MAT program is ten months (4 terms), beginning in the Summer term and extending through the following Spring term.
Ready to Turn Your Passion for Math into a High-Impact Future?
Become a Mountaineer and start building your career path in mathematics today.
