A college degree in mathematics can lead to many opportunities and careers because the analytical thinking skills developed through the study of mathematics are useful in many other areas of work and study. Our majors have earned master’s and doctoral degrees, they have become high school and university teachers, researchers, actuaries, computer scientists, engineers, lawyers, and physicians. To learn more about the many career opportunities in mathematics, click here.

The Mathematics Department offers two Bachelor degree programs and secondary teacher certification for students who choose to major in mathematics. Our mathematics majors often major in a second field, particularly physics or computer science. We also offer general education courses and courses for students who need an understanding of mathematics to support their chosen area of study. To see why SAU is a great place to study math, click here.

We invite you to visit our department and talk with our faculty about how we can help you find an exciting and rewarding future.

  Contact Information:

Mathematics Department
Art Richert, Chair
Southern Adventist University
P.O. Box 370
Collegedale, TN 37315

Phone: 423-236-2868
email: richert@southern.edu


SAU Admissions Office

 

Mission Statement:

Within a Christian environment of learning, the Mathematics Department seeks to provide students with mathematical skills and concepts appropriate to their chosen field of study and to prepare mathematics majors and minors for distinguished professional performance in mathematics or other fields that require a strong mathematical background.