Mathematics Major (B.S.)

Rigorous training for a mathematically intensive career or graduate school in the mathematical sciences
Can be combined with majors in the sciences, engineering, and technology
Preparation for careers in state and federal government agencies; scientific research and development services; communication firms; public and private K-12 education; institutions of higher education; computer services companies; software publishers; banks and credit unions; non-profit organizations; and chemical and pharmaceutical companies

Major code BS3101

Faculty Contact: Dr. Todd Young

Program Overview

This major is intended for those interested in rigorous training in mathematics and a mathematically intensive career. It is recommended for those preparing to enter graduate school in the mathematical sciences.

The mathematics major offers a strong program in mathematical techniques and ways of thinking that can be used in a wide variety of careers. The major covers core topics that provide a common structure, while leaving flexibility to pursue topics of interest. This flexibility allows the mathematics major to be combined with other majors in the sciences, engineering, and technology to form a coherent undergraduate experience.

Other majors in the mathematical sciences offered by the Mathematics Department are the B.S. in applied mathematics, actuarial science, and mathematical statistics. The department also offers a B.A. in mathematics as a flexible and attractive option for students considering a double-major.

When planning any program of study in mathematics, it is strongly recommended that you consult an adviser from the department.

Careers and Graduate School

Whether as part of a double major or alone, a degree in mathematics is a recognized intellectual achievement. It is marketable to a broad selection of employers or can be used as an entrance to a variety of graduate and professional schools. Potential employers include, but are not limited to, the following: state and federal government agencies; scientific research and development services; communication firms; public and private K-12 education; institutions of higher education; computer services companies; software publishers; banks and credit unions; non-profit organizations; and chemical and pharmaceutical companies.

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Admissions Information

Freshman/First-Year Admission: No requirements beyond university admission requirements. However, it is strongly recommended that students satisfy at least one of the following before entering the program:

Have a least a 30 ACT Math score or a SAT Math score of 680 or above
Have scored at least a 3 on the AP Calculus AB exam
Have scored at least a 4 on the AP Statistics exam

Change to Program Policy: No selective or limited admission requirements. However, it is strongly recommended that students satisfy at least one of the following before transferring into the program:

Have a least a 30 ACT Math score or a SAT Math score of 680 or above
Have scored at least a 3 on the AP Calculus AB exam
Have scored at least a 4 on the AP Statistics exam
Attained Level 3 on the Math Placement Exam
Earned at least an A- in MATH 2301 or have an A- on an equivalent transfer course

External Transfer Admission: No requirements beyond university admission requirements. However, it is strongly recommended that students satisfy at least one of the following before entering the program:

Have a least a 30 ACT Math score or a SAT Math score of 680 or above
Have scored at least a 3 on the AP Calculus AB exam
Have scored at least a 4 on the AP Statistics exam
Earned at least an A- in a course equivalent to MATH 2301

Degree Requirements

University-wide Graduation Requirements

To complete this program, students must meet all University-wide graduation requirements.

Liberal Arts and Sciences Distribution Requirement

View the College-Level Requirements for the College of Arts & Sciences.

Program Requirements

For a B.S. degree with a major in mathematics, a student must complete a total of at least 45 semester credit hours of mathematics courses at the 2000-level or above (may include MATH 1250).

Mathematics Bachelors of Science Requirements

Complete the following courses:

MATH 2301 - Calculus I Credit Hours: 4.0
MATH 2302 - Calculus II Credit Hours: 4.0
MATH 3300 - Calculus III Credit Hours: 4.0
MATH 3400 - Elementary Differential Equations Credit Hours: 3.0
MATH 4221 - Modern Algebra I Credit Hours: 3.0
MATH 4301 - Advanced Calculus I Credit Hours: 3.0
MATH 4310 - Complex Variables Credit Hours: 3.0
ET 2100 - Engineering Programming Credit Hours: 4

Discrete Math

Complete one of the following courses:

CS 3000 - Introduction to Discrete Structures Credit Hours: 4.0
MATH 3050 - Discrete Mathematics Credit Hours: 3.0

Linear Algebra