Mathematics, B.S.

Bachelor of Science
Curriculum 0727 Requirements

General Education Requirements

Students must meet requirements for general education; see The Cardinal Core Curriculum for details. Certain courses that fulfill major or cognate requirements may also apply to general education.

Major Departmental Requirements 52-58 Credits

Mathematics Prerequisite/Placement (0-6 cr.)

MAT 101 - Elementary College Mathematics (3 cr.) or equivalent (0-3 cr.)
MAT 102 - Precalculus (3 cr.) or Calculus Readiness Test

Additional mathematics-related concentration (18 cr.)

One of the pre-approved programs (list available through the department) or individualized program approved by the department.
Thesis optional; will replace one course in concentration. See department for thesis guidelines.
Courses are ordinarily expected to be at the 300 or 400 level.

Cognate Requirements 3 Credits

CSC 121 - Introduction to Computing and the Web (3 cr.)

Electives 25-32 Credits

Certain major/cognate courses may also satisfy GE requirements thus increase elective credits accordingly.

Total Credits minimum 120

Additional Degree Requirements

A minimum grade of C in all courses for the major requirements listed above.
Students must take and perform satisfactorily on one of the following examinations and have the score reported to the Mathematics Department:
1. Major Field Achievement Test (from ETS).
2. GRE Subject Matter Test.
3. First examination in the Actuarial Test sequence.
MAT 496 will not satisfy the 300/400 level advanced mathematics requirement.
A minimum overall GPA of 2.0 in all required major courses (Major Departmental Requirements).
Completion of all Undergraduate Degree Requirements .