Academic Program Proposal

Date Proposal Activated	Institution and Proposal	Degree Awarded	Academic Program Name	Objection Deadline	MHEC Final Action	Final Decision Date
	McDaniel College Proposal	Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)	Applied Mathematics	9/25/2019	Recommended	10/18/2019
Applied Mathematics Program Description
Mathematics is being used as a fundamental tool in more and more disciplines. As such, there is high demand for graduates who can apply mathematical tools. Many of the branches of mathematics that deal with these applications are relatively young and are still evolving; graduates of McDaniel’s proposed Applied Mathematics program will help advance knowledge in these areas. <br> <br>The core of the new Applied Mathematics major is a three-part sequence of courses focusing on mathematical modeling.  The Senior Capstone, taken immediately after Mathematical Modeling, will allow students to build on the two semesters of Modeling to create a large project showcasing all of the skills learned in their applied mathematics courses.  This program offers two options for students: begin working immediately, or pursue an advanced degree at McDaniel as a direct path to the Master of Science in Data Analytics.