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Department of Mathematics

College of Science

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Undergraduate

Degree Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics, College of Science
A Bachelor of Science degree in the College of Science can provide the foundation for a career in education, industry, the actuarial profession, government, business or for graduate study followed by an academic career in mathematics research and college teaching.
Bachelor of Arts Degree, College of Liberal Arts
The mathematics component of the Bachelor of Arts degree in the College of Liberal Arts is identical to the College of Science program. Majors also take a secondary concentration consisting of two or three approved courses in some field in which mathematics is applicable.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics, College of Education and Human Services
The Bachelor of Science program in the College of Education is designed to give a solid background for teaching high school mathematics. The choice of mathematics courses in this program can leave open the option of graduate study in mathematics or an alternate career in business or industry.


Mathematics majors may earn a bachelor's degree in the College of Science, the College of Education or the College of Liberal Arts. Besides specific College and University requirements, all these programs include calculus, linear algebra and computer programming. Beyond this core, majors consult with a mathematics advisor to plan a program suited to individual interests and goals.