Mathematics, B.A., B.S.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Mathematics, B.A., B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.

Government and Defense

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Systems Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Engineer $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Resource Management Specialist $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Financial Software Engineer $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Statistician $ 70,000 - $ 79,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Electrical Power Systems Engineer $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Analyst $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Software Developer $ 150,000 +
Sensor Systems Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Remedial Project Manager $ 110,000 - $ 119,000

Financial Services

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Data Scientist $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Systems Analyst $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Trader $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Data Engineer $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Software Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Audit Senior $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Currency Trader $ 130,000 - $ 139,000
Property and Project Manager $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Small Business Relationship Manager $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Actuarial Manager $ 100,000 - $ 109,000

Technology

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Portfolio Analyst $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Business Development Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Data Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Software Developer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Software Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Developer $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Software Engineer $ 110,000 - $ 119,000
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Clinical Scientist $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Portfolio Strategist $ 130,000 - $ 139,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in Mathematics, B.A., B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students

University of Rhode Island    |    Northeastern University    |    University of Utah    |    Central Connecticut State University    |    University of California,San Diego    |    Providence College    |    University of Connecticut    |    Union College    |    Adelphi University    |    Cambridge College

Top Employers Hiring Our Grads

Fidelity Investments    |    CVS Health    |    Raytheon    |     General Dynamics Electric Boat    |    Naval Sea Systems Command    |    Naval Undersea Warfare Center Newport    |    Amazon    |    FM Global    |    SEACORP    |    Thermo Fisher Scientific    |    Bank of America    |    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Rhode Island    |    Bryant University    |    Citizens Bank    |    Massachusetts General Hospital    |    Meditech    |    Pratt and Whitney    |    Akamai Technologies    |    Amgen    |    BBN Technologies

What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

  • Critical thinking
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Digital technology
  • Professionalism
  • Career and self development
  • Equity and inclusion

Mathematics, B.A., B.S. Skills:

These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.

  1. Teaching
  2. Public Speaking
  3. Research
  4. Mathematics Education
  5. Data Analysis

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