Join our mathematics graduates in success
100% of mathematics majors landed a job, enrolled in graduate school, or secured another chosen opportunity within six months of graduation.
Contact Information
Marie Josephitis
Business, Finance, and Data Science Career Pathway Leader
mjosephitis@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6102
One Major, Multiple Paths
A degree in mathematics can open up a variety of opportunities. Here's a sample of job titles our newest graduates have held in the last five years:
- Actuarial Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Technical Solutions Engineer
- Accountant
- Data Scientist
- Controls Engineer
- Agile Software Developer
- Sales Analyst
Where our graduates land
Our students have completed an internship or landed a job with high-profile organizations in and beyond Chicago.
Our most recent graduates have interned at or joined the ranks of these companies in the last five years:
- Allstate
- Ayco – Goldman Sachs
- Epic Systems
- First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc.
- Northrop Grumman
- Quzara LLC Cybersecurity
- R & D Custom Automations
- U.S. Bank
- Uline
Advancing their studies
Mathematics graduates have also furthered their studies through graduate programs across the country. We set our students up for success so they can enroll in diverse programs such as this sample of degrees pursued by recent graduates:
- Master of Applied Science in Data Science (Illinois Institute of Technology)
- Master of Science in Accountancy (Loyola University)
- Master of Science in Environmental Sciences and Management (California Polytechnic State University)
- Master of Science in Management and Systems (New York University)
- Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Washington University)
- Master of Science in Physics (Illinois Institute of Technology)
- PhD in Economics (University of Illinois at Chicago)
- PhD in Epidemiology (University of Wisconsin-Madison)
- PhD in Mathematics/Applied Mathematics (Temple University, Tulane University, University of Colorado Boulder)
- PhD in Physics (Case Western Reserve University, Syracuse University, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, University of Connecticut)
- PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics (Johns Hopkins University, North Carolina State University)
A Lake Forest College education is built for the future. All students are equipped with the most sought-after professional skills: writing, speaking, critical thinking, and an understanding of human society and cultures. Our interdisciplinary curriculum sets our graduates apart as competitive and uniquely qualified candidates who are eager to take on the challenges presented in today's professional world. Learn more about how our students turn their passions into a career on our Success Stories and Outcomes page.
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Lake Forest College prepared me to be confident in approaching new projects independently and taught me skills for finding solutions and thinking outside the box, which has helped me to succeed in my professional experiences.
Gwen Baker '22, Public Relations Coordinator at the Shedd Aquarium
Gwen's journey isn't the only way to make it at Lake Forest College. Our career pathways offer a multitude of different ways to take advantage of the education here as well as the opportunities after graduation.
Our mathematics graduates...
Use mathematics as a tool
to describe and solve real-world problems
Demonstrate proficiency
with the fundamental rules of logic and proof technique
Identify and respond to problems
with logical analysis and mindfulness of context
Employ the basic tenets
of calculus, linear algebra, abstract algebra, and real analysis
Networking and Career Preparation
Our students have opportunities to engage with professionals working in various fields of interest and build meaningful connections before graduation.
Lake Forest College students don't only get a fantastic education, but also hone applicable skills that employers are seeking in candidates.
Our career counselors ensure that our students are well prepared for whatever path they choose.
At Lake Forest College, you will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from a multitude of fields.
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Arrange a campus visit to see what Lake Forest has to offer in person. You'll be able to talk with professors, students, and get a taste for what Lake Forest has to offer your career.
Contact the Gorter Family Career Center
Pathway Leader
Marie Josephitis
Business, Finance, and Data Science Career Pathway Leader
mjosephitis@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6102
General Contact
Gorter Family Career Advancement Center
256 Brown Hall, Middle Campus
847-735-5235
careers@lakeforest.edu
