Mathematics, B.S.

Print Degree Planner (opens a new window) |

The Mathematics major will consist of the following components:

Students must also have at least a 2.00 grade point average for all mathematics courses enrolled (excluding MTH-110 , MTH 115, MTH-120 , MTH 145, MTH-301 , and MTH-302 ).

Foundational Courses:

Algebra & Analysis Experiences:

Analysis:

Algebra:

Proof-Based Experiences:

Any two of the following:

MTH-320 Number Theory
MTH-325 Modern Geometry
MTH-330 Combinatorics and Graph Theory
MTH-350 Complex Variables
MTH-355 Discrete Dynamical Systems
MTH-365 Rings and Fields
MTH-420 Topology *
MTH-450 Real Analysis *
MTH-451 Topics in Analysis
MTH-460 Group Theory *
MTH-461 Topics in Algebra
MTH-465 Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory *
*Any experiences used in Algebra & Analysis cannot be applied here.

Electives:

three additional MTH courses at the 200 level or higher (excluding MTH 301 and 302)

and, at least two more science courses appropriate for a major in the respective discipline:

which fulfills the Empirical Studies of the Natural World (NW) general education requirement for Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree candidates.

Further considerations for specific career goals

For students planning for graduate study in mathematics, the major should include:

For students planning mathematics-related careers in government service, business or industry, the major should include:

at least two courses focused on analysis:

and, at least one upper-level computer science course:

Teaching in Secondary Schools

Students seeking a career in secondary school teaching must complete a major in the field to obtain a teacher certification. They may take advantage of the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) graduate program. Please consult the with the Education Department.