Mathematics
Mathematics majors at Randolph College gain problem-solving and analytical-thinking skills and the practical background needed to pursue a career or graduate study in mathematics.
Why Study Mathematics at Randolph?
Randolph provides a “learning-by- doing” atmosphere, with an emphasis on written analysis, where students discover the usefulness and intricacies of mathematics and related fields.
Both the bachelor of science and bachelor of arts in mathematics are offered, as is a minor.
The department offers a computer science program with a bachelor of science degree and minors in computer science and data science.
The department also offers independent study courses where students can learn about how mathematics applies to such fields as economics and business, political science, psychology, biology, chemistry, cryptology, linguistics, physics, and general science.
Degrees offered
Mathematics major (BA)
Mathematics major (BS)
Computer Science and
Mathematics major (BS)
Mathematics minor
Computer Science minor
Data Science interdisciplinary minor
Related Programs
Economics & Business
Education
Physics
Opportunities for Experience
Summer Research Program
Spend the summer working closely with a professor and focused on a specific aspect of mathematics.
Randolph’s intensive eight-week Summer Research Program enables students to work with professors on a research of their own design; live in a residence hall on campus, participate in on-campus summer events, attend special seminars with guest speakers; and share the progress and results of their research.
Symposium of Artists and Scholars
Modeled after a traditional academic conference, the SAS brings together students of all disciplines to share the results and highlights of the best work being produced at the College – oral presentations, readings of creative works, performances, exhibitions of student artwork, and poster presentations.
Internships
Learn by doing – in the field and on the job. The Career Development Center will help place you in positions with leading companies and organizations in your field of study.
Top Ranked Professors
Randolph College’s faculty are consistently recognized as among the best in the nation. The Princeton Review ranked the College in the Top 20 for most accessible professors in the 2021 edition of its flagship college guide, The Best 387 Colleges.
Randolph has been ranked in the top 20 for most accessible professors for four consecutive years.
Mathematics Faculty
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Randolph students can take advantage of unique programs which give them a more enriching education than can be found anywhere else.
Two courses per half-mester means you get to focus in and dig deep into your coursework while still having time for the rest of the college experience. Two classes. Seven weeks. Repeat.
Randolph graduates learn to think critically, solve problems and work well with others. They are prepared to succeed in all aspects of life.
The Randolph Innovative Student Experience (RISE) program provides every student a $2,000 grant to fund research, creative work, experiential learning or other scholarly pursuits.
Randolph students work with faculty mentors to explore a broad range of disciplines as they chart their academic path.
Summer research examining how satellite constellations affect astronomy
As satellites are launched into the sky, they leave traces of their transit on astronomical images, decreasing the scientific value of those images.
Read MoreQ&A with new faculty: Matt Stokes
Stokes joins the College as a visiting assistant professor of mathematics.
Read MoreStudents studying drone-based delivery systems for summer research project
They will use simulation models to see what would happen if a drone delivery system existed in Lynchburg.
Read MoreRandolph professors granted tenure
Art history professor Lesley Shipley, theatre professor Stephanie Earl, and mathematics professor Michael Penn have all been granted tenure by the Randolph College Board of Trustees.
Read MoreCode Ninjas: Internship allows two Randolph students to share passion for coding with young children
Terrell Rorie '22 and Jaylan Thompson '22 interned for Code Ninjas, a program where kids learn to code while building their own video games, this summer. As they gain new skills in coding, math, logic, and problem-solving, these students progress from a white to a black belt.
Read MoreSummer research examining how satellite constellations affect astronomy
As satellites are launched into the sky, they leave traces of their transit on astronomical images, decreasing the scientific value of those images.
Read MoreQ&A with new faculty: Matt Stokes
Stokes joins the College as a visiting assistant professor of mathematics.
Read MoreStudents studying drone-based delivery systems for summer research project
They will use simulation models to see what would happen if a drone delivery system existed in Lynchburg.
Read MoreRandolph professors granted tenure
Art history professor Lesley Shipley, theatre professor Stephanie Earl, and mathematics professor Michael Penn have all been granted tenure by the Randolph College Board of Trustees.
Read MoreCode Ninjas: Internship allows two Randolph students to share passion for coding with young children
Terrell Rorie '22 and Jaylan Thompson '22 interned for Code Ninjas, a program where kids learn to code while building their own video games, this summer. As they gain new skills in coding, math, logic, and problem-solving, these students progress from a white to a black belt.
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