This Mathematics B.A. major is recommended for students who want to pursue a broad or liberal arts education with a concentration in the mathematical sciences, have plans for future education or employment in an interdisciplinary area, or desire a double major in mathematics and some other field.
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.
- A broad liberal arts education with a math concentration
- Flexibility to pursue topics of interest
- Preparation for a variety of graduate and professional schools
- Preparation for a careers with state and federal government agencies; scientific research and development services; communication firms; public education; computer services and software; banks and credit unions; and more
Admission Requirements
This program has no requirements beyond University admission and transfer 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
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Tuition & Fees
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Financial Aid & Scholarships
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Mathematics B.A. Courses & Curriculum
For a B.A. degree with a major in mathematics, a student must complete a total of at least 30 semester credit hours of mathematics courses at or above the 2000-level in mathematics.
Students take Engineering Programming and Calculus I, II and III, followed by courses in Discrete Math, Linear Algebra, and Applied Modeling, plus a Proof-based Course.
View Courses & Degree Requirements in the Official Academic Catalog
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