Degrees

The Department of Mathematical and Statistics offers a Bachelor of Science degree and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics. Well-trained mathematicians are in demand in many sectors of society including business, finance, education, computing, and government. Our degree programs also prepare students for graduate study in Mathematical Sciences and satisfies NCATE standards, preparing students to teach mathematics at the high school level.

Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the techniques of modern mathematical subjects including all of algebra, analysis, discrete mathematics, and probability and statistics.

  • Demonstrate an ability to solve problems using skills such as deductive logic, data analysis, computation, modeling, connections, and other mathematical techniques.

  • Demonstrate an ability to create mathematical proofs.

  • Demonstrate an ability to read, write, and speak about mathematics.

  • Demonstrate cognizance of their mathematical knowledge, of mathematics around them, and of the benefit of continued study of mathematics.

  • Degree Requirements

    The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Mathematics prepares students for careers in academia, K-12 education, and a myriad of jobs requiring a balance of analytical and interpersonal abilities. In addition to a strong mathematics core curriculum, this degree helps to strengthen communication and critical thinking skills.

    Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
    • Complete the General University Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees.
    • Complete the General Education Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees.
    • All mathematics majors must take a standardized test of knowledge of mathematics approved by the mathematics faculty for the purpose of evaluating program effectiveness. There is no minimum score required for graduation. This test will normally be taken during the senior year.
    • All mathematics majors must complete a portfolio demonstrating their mathematics knowledge. There is no grade for this requirement. The portfolio will normally be submitted in the semester of graduation.
    • Complete the following major requirements:
    Core Courses
    MATH A251Calculus I4
    MATH A252Calculus II4
    MATH A253Calculus III4
    MATH A264Introduction to the Mathematics Major1
    MATH A265Fundamentals of Mathematics3
    MATH A306Discrete Methods3
    MATH A314Linear Algebra3
    MATH A401Introduction to Real Analysis3
    MATH A405Introduction to Abstract Algebra3
    MATH A420Historical Mathematics3
    Analysis and Topology
    Select one of the following:3
    MATH A410
    		Introduction to Complex Analysis
    MATH A430
    		Concepts of Topology
    MATH A431
    		Introduction to Differential Geometry
    Applied Math
    Select one of the following:3
    MATH A302
    		Ordinary Differential Equations
    MATH A426
    		Numerical Analysis
    MATH A432
    		Partial Differential Equations
    PHYS A456
    		Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos
    Statistics
    Select one of the following:3-4
    MATH A371
    		Stochastic Processes
    MATH A407
    		Mathematical Statistics
    STAT A307
    		Probability and Statistics
    STAT A308
    		Intermediate Statistics for the Sciences
    STAT A402
    		Scientific Sampling
    STAT A403
    		Regression Analysis
    STAT A404
    		Analysis of Variance
    STAT A407
    		Time Series Analysis
    STAT A408
    		Multivariate Statistics
    STAT A410
    		Statistical Methods
    Other Mathematics Courses
    Select one of the following:3
    MATH A305
    		Introduction to Geometries
    MATH A309
    		Introduction to Number Theory
    MATH A490
    		Selected Topics in Mathematics 1
    Select any 6 additional credits from any of the four categories above.6
    Additional Courses
    PHIL A101Introduction to Logic3
    Select 6 credits from the following (a WRTG GER plus one additional selection):6
    WRTG A212
    		Writing and the Professions
    WRTG A213
    		Writing and the Sciences
    WRTG A214
    		Arguing Across Contexts
    ENGL A311
    		Writing and Rhetoric in Public Life
    ENGL A312
    		Advanced Technical Writing
    ENGL A313
    		Professional Writing
    ENGL A414
    		Research Writing
    Select 6 credits from the following: 6
    COMM A111
    		Fundamentals of Oral Communication
    COMM A235
    		Small Group Communication
    COMM A237
    		Interpersonal Communication
    COMM A241
    		Public Speaking
    COMM A305
    		Intercultural Communication
    COMM A330
    		Collaboration and Group Decision Making
    COMM A335
    		Communication and Conflict
    COMM A340
    		Nonverbal Communication
    COMM A341
    		Advanced Public Speaking
    COMM A350
    		Communication in the Workplace
    COMM A450
    		Communication and Leadership
    THR A121
    		Fundamentals of Acting
    Mathematics Capstone Experience
    Select 1-3 credits from the following:1-3
    MATH A495A
    		Mathematics Practicum 1
    MATH A495B
    		Mathematics or Statistics Internship 1
    MATH A496
    		Advanced Readings in Mathematics 1
    MATH A498
    		Individual Research 1
    Total65-68
    1

     A maximum of 6 credits of MATH A490, MATH A495A, MATH A495B, MATH A496 and MATH A498 may be applied to the degree requirements.

    A minimum of 120 credits is required for the degree, of which 39 credits must be upper-division.

    Honors in Mathematics

    The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics recognizes distinguished achievement by conferring programmatic honors in mathematics. In order to receive honors in mathematics, a student must meet the following requirements:

    • Meet the requirements for Graduation with Honors as outlined in the catalog;
    • Meet the requirements for a BA/BS in Mathematics;
    • Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 in the major requirements;
    • Complete a minimum of 12 upper-division credits required for the major in residence.

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students graduating with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the techniques of modern mathematical subjects including all of algebra, analysis, discrete mathematics, and probability and statistics.

  • Demonstrate an ability to solve problems using skills such as deductive logic, data analysis, computation, modeling, connections, and other mathematical techniques.

  • Demonstrate an ability to create mathematical proofs.

  • Demonstrate an ability to read, write, and speak about mathematics.

  • Demonstrate cognizance of their mathematical knowledge, of mathematics around them, and of the benefit of continued study of mathematics.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the connections between mathematics and another discipline relying significantly on mathematics and recognize mathematical ideas embedded in other contexts.

  • Degree Requirements

    The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics prepares students for careers in academia, technology, business and the sciences. In addition to a strong mathematics core curriculum, this degree offers the opportunity to explore how mathematics is applied through concentrations in statistics, finance, physics, computer science, pre-data science, or another approved discipline as a bridge to a future career.

    Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements
    • Complete the General University Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees.
    • Complete the General Education Requirements for Baccalaureate Degrees.
    • Take a standardized test of knowledge of mathematics approved by the mathematics faculty for the purpose of evaluating program effectiveness. There is no minimum score required for graduation. This test will normally be taken during the senior year.
    • Complete a portfolio demonstrating their mathematics knowledge. There is no grade for this requirement. The portfolio will normally be submitted in the semester of graduation.
    • Complete the following major requirements:
    Core Courses
    MATH A251Calculus I4
    MATH A252Calculus II4
    MATH A253Calculus III4
    MATH A264Introduction to the Mathematics Major1
    MATH A265Fundamentals of Mathematics3
    MATH A306Discrete Methods3
    MATH A314Linear Algebra3
    MATH A401Introduction to Real Analysis3
    MATH A405Introduction to Abstract Algebra3
    Analysis and Topology
    Select one of the following:3
    MATH A410
    		Introduction to Complex Analysis
    MATH A430
    		Concepts of Topology
    MATH A431
    		Introduction to Differential Geometry
    Applied Math
    Select one of the following:3
    MATH A302
    		Ordinary Differential Equations
    MATH A432
    		Partial Differential Equations
    MATH A426
    		Numerical Analysis
    PHYS A456
    		Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos
    Statistics
    Select one of the following: 23-4
    MATH A371
    		Stochastic Processes
    MATH A407
    		Mathematical Statistics
    STAT A307
    		Probability and Statistics 2
    STAT A308
    		Intermediate Statistics for the Sciences 2
    STAT A402
    		Scientific Sampling 2
    STAT A403
    		Regression Analysis 2
    STAT A404
    		Analysis of Variance
    STAT A407
    		Time Series Analysis
    STAT A408
    		Multivariate Statistics
    STAT A410
    		Statistical Methods
    Other Mathematics Course
    Select one of the following: 23
    MATH A305
    		Introduction to Geometries
    MATH A309
    		Introduction to Number Theory
    MATH A420
    		Historical Mathematics
    MATH A490
    		Selected Topics in Mathematics 1
    Select 6 additional credits from the four categories above. 26
    Select from one of the following options:12-20
    Option 1: Statistics (12 credits)
    Complete 12 additional credits not already selected from the statistics list above
    Option 2: Physics (14 credits)
    PHYS A211
    		General Physics I
    PHYS A211L
    		General Physics I Laboratory
    PHYS A212
    		General Physics II
    PHYS A212L
    		General Physics II Laboratory
    Complete 6 additional credits of PHYS courses at the 300-level or higher
    Option 3: Computer Science (16 credits)
    CSCE A101
    		Introduction to Computer Science
    CSCE A201
    		Computer Programming I
    Complete 9 additional credits of CSCE courses at the 200-level or higher
    Option 4: Finance (18 credits)
    BA A325
    		Corporate Finance
    CIS A110
    		Computer Concepts in Business
    ECON A227
    		Introductory Statistics for Economics and Business
    Complete 9 credits of upper-division finance courses from the list below:
    BA A380
    		Investment Management
    BA A385
    		Intermediate Financial Management
    BA A427
    		International Finance
    BA A451
    		Advanced Investment Strategies
    BA A452
    		Financial Derivatives
    Option 5: Pre-Data Science (20 credits) 2
    CSCE A101
    		Introduction to Computer Science
    CSCE A201
    		Computer Programming I
    CSCE A211
    		Computer Programming II
    CSCE A311
    		Data Structures and Algorithms
    CSCE A360
    		Database Systems
    Complete one of the following courses not already selected from a list above:
    CSCE A415
    		Machine Learning
    CSCE A462
    		Data Mining
    STAT A407
    		Time Series Analysis
    STAT A408
    		Multivariate Statistics
    Option 6: Concentration in another discipline involving mathematics (15 credits) 3
    Complete 15 credits from a departmentally-approved list, of which 6 credits must be upper-division.
    Mathematics Capstone Experience1
    Select from one of the following options.
    MATH A495A
    		Mathematics Practicum 1
    MATH A495B
    		Mathematics or Statistics Internship 1
    MATH A496
    		Advanced Readings in Mathematics 1
    MATH A498
    		Individual Research 1
    Total59-68
    1

    A maximum of 6 credits of MATH A490, MATH A495A, MATH A495B, MATH A496 and MATH A498 may be applied to the degree requirements.

    2

    If completing Option 5 (Pre-Data Science), STAT A307 is required to complete the Statistics degree requirement, STAT A308 is required to complete the "Other Mathematics Course" requirement (this course is not listed above because it is not a choice for students pursuing other Options), and STAT A402 and STAT A403 are required to complete the 6 additional credits requirement.

    3

    Completion of Option 6 requires consultation with an advisor and a proposal for the choice of discipline and courses that is subject to approval by the Department of Mathematics & Statistics. Students considering Option 6 should be aware that additional prerequisites for courses that are accepted for Option 6 may result in a total credit count that exceeds 15 credits.

    A minimum of 120 credits is required for the degree, of which 39 credits must be upper-division.

    Honors in Mathematics

    The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mathematics recognizes distinguished achievement by conferring programmatic honors in mathematics. In order to receive honors in mathematics, a student must meet the following requirements:

    • Meet the requirements for Graduation with Honors as outlined in the catalog;
    • Meet the requirements for a BS in Mathematics;
    • Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 in the major requirements;
    • Complete a minimum of 12 upper-division credits required for the major in residence.

Minor in Mathematics

Students majoring in another subject who wish to minor in Mathematics must complete the following requirements.  A total of 18 credits is required for the minor, 6 of which must be approved upper division Mathematics courses.

  • Requirements

    Students majoring in another subject who wish to minor in mathematics must complete the following requirements.

    MATH A251Calculus I4
    MATH A252Calculus II4
    Complete at least 10 credits from the following, of which 6 must be at the upper-division level:10
    MATH A253
    		Calculus III
    MATH A261
    		Introduction to Discrete Mathematics
    MATH A264
    		Introduction to the Mathematics Major
    MATH A265
    		Fundamentals of Mathematics
    MATH A302
    		Ordinary Differential Equations
    MATH A305
    		Introduction to Geometries
    MATH A306
    		Discrete Methods
    MATH A309
    		Introduction to Number Theory
    MATH A314
    		Linear Algebra
    MATH A371
    		Stochastic Processes
    MATH A401
    		Introduction to Real Analysis
    MATH A405
    		Introduction to Abstract Algebra
    MATH A407
    		Mathematical Statistics
    MATH A410
    		Introduction to Complex Analysis
    MATH A420
    		Historical Mathematics
    MATH A424
    		Advanced Engineering Mathematics: Linear Algebra and Numerical Analysis
    MATH A425
    		Advanced Engineering Mathematics: Partial Differential Equations and Complex Variables
    MATH A426
    		Numerical Analysis
    MATH A430
    		Concepts of Topology
    MATH A431
    		Introduction to Differential Geometry
    MATH A432
    		Partial Differential Equations
    MATH A490
    		Selected Topics in Mathematics 1
    STAT A307
    		Probability and Statistics
    Total18
    1

    A maximum of 6 credits of MATH A490 may be applied to the program requirements.

    A minimum of 18 credits is required for the minor, of which 6 must be approved upper-division mathematics credits.