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Oct 14, 2024
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2019-2020 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Mathematics General Program (BS)
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Mathematics Department information
This program is designed for the student who wants to study mathematics in some depth as preparation for graduate school or a career in mathematics or a related field.
It is recommended that the general education requirements be completed in the first two years.
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Requirements
Completion of at least 124 credits, including:
A. Foundational Mathematics (18 credits)
C. Option of Choice
One of the following options:
Option A, Abstract Mathematics
This option is recommended for the student who plans to go on to graduate school in mathematics or a related field. The emphasis of the option is on abstract, rigorous mathematics and on the development of the student’s analytical and creative talents.
Advanced Mathematics (19 credits)
Mathematics Electives (12 credits)
Four additional MTH courses numbered 300 or higher, including no more than one from:
Foreign Language (0-8 credits)
Students who wish to meet this requirement with courses taken in high school or at other colleges and universities, or those who have attained fluency in a foreign language without formal course work, must demonstrate such equivalent proficiency by examination.
Option B, Mathematical Sciences
This option is recommended for the student who plans to apply mathematics in a nonacademic career. The program has a dual emphasis, focusing on abstract mathematics and its applications.
Advanced Mathematics (24-25 credits)
Mathematics Electives (6-8 credits)
Two additional MTH courses numbered 300 or higher, excluding:
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