Overview

A strong foundation in mathematics is integral to all scientific fields. Students earning a degree in Mathematics - Life Sciences Emphasis program from The University of Arizona choose a minor or an additional major in a life science field.

This dual immersion enables students to apply mathematical concepts to their studies in biological sciences. Undergraduates develop diversified knowledge and skills required for environmental fieldwork, scientific research or graduate/professional studies in medicine. They go on to find solutions and effect change in disease management and prevention and ecosystem and planetary health.

Learning Outcomes

Apply computational methods; Math majors should be able to apply computational methods and mathematical concepts to analyze scientific problems
Apply mathematical models to current problems; Math majors should be able to critically evaluate and extend selected mathematical models in the current scientific literature.
Create valid proofs; Students should be able to identify an appropriate proof strategy and almost always able to create a correct proof using multiple strategies as appropriate.
Define Terms Precisely; Precision is essential in mathematics, and a crucial skill for math majors is to learn to define mathematical terms precisely.
Effective communication of results; Math majors should be able to effectively communicate results to non-specialized audiences in written and verbal form.
Recognize valid arguments; Logical rigor is a critical component of mathematical argumentation. We expect math majors to develop the ability to recognize when arguments are valid, and identify logical gaps and flaws.

Career Fields

Medicine

Pharmaceuticals

Research

Biology

Ecology

Biostatistics

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory of Probability

Ordinary Differential Equations and Stability Theory
Mathematical Modeling of Fluid Flow Through and Around Organs and Organisms

Vector Calculus

Linear Algebra

Theory of Probability

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-03 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tucson, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Assured Admission for Residents & Non-Residents:

Rank in the top 25% of your graduating class, OR

Have a 3.0 unweighted GPA through your sixth semester in the core competency requirements

The University of Arizona admissions team welcomes students who don’t meet assured admission requirements and who will bring unique life experiences and personal achievements to our campus community.

There are a few things the admissions team takes into consideration for admission, such as:

Class rank
Strength of curriculum
Performance in curriculum
Grade point average in required core coursework

Optional materials (SAT/ACT scores, resumé, and personal statement)

Extracurricular Factors:

Leadership, service, work experience and extracurricular activities
Personal characteristics, attributes, and talents

The ability to benefit from and contribute to a diverse and challenging learning environment
Personal Statement: optional

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43100 USD / year

≈ 43100 USD / year
Out-of-State

43100 USD / year

≈ 43100 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

13900 USD / year

≈ 13900 USD / year

Living costs

Tucson

United States

830 - 1140 USD / month

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