In order to graduate from the program all students must complete the requirements of at least one of these concentrations. The optional concentrations enable students to emphasize studies in Applied Mathematics, Statistics/Biostatistics, Actuarial Mathematics or Mathematics for Secondary School Teachers. The concentration for secondary school teachers is intended for those who wish to pursue a career in teaching mathematics at the high school level and leads to teaching licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The applied mathematics and statistics/biostatistics concentrations are intended for those who wish to pursue graduate work in the mathematical or statistical sciences, or otherwise obtain employment in a mathematics or statistics-related field. The actuarial mathematics concentration is specifically designed for students who wish to pursue an actuarial field, graduate work in financial mathematics, or employment in a mathematics or statistics-related field.