Undergraduate Degrees
The Mathematics and Statistics Department offers a degree program in the discipline of mathematics, with an emphasis on either pure or applied mathematics. In addition, we offer minors in computer and computational mathematics and applied statistics.
Bachelor Degrees
Student’s wishing to major in Mathematics can choose to obtain either a Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) or a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree.
Bachelor of Arts - obtained by satisfying the CASL distribution requirements as well as the mathematics prerequisites and concentration requirements.
Bachelor of Science - usually granted to students majoring in biochemistry, biological sciences, chemistry, chemistry/instructional, earth science, environmental science, microbiology, or physics. However, a student who earns 60 or more credits hours (at least 20 of which are upper-level) in mathematics and the physical and biological sciences may, upon petition, be granted the B.S. degree.
Minor Degrees
Minor in Computer and Computational Mathematics (CCM) CCM courses develop skills in applying mathematics algorithms in ways useful to real world situations. A minor or area of focus consists of 12 hours of upper-division credit. Minor in Applied Statistics Minor degrees consists of 12 hours of upper-division credit or graduate credit in Applied Statistics. Stat 325 and Stat 363 cannot both be used to satisfy this requirement. Students with concentrations in mathematics, the natural sciences, or the social sciences should find the minor in Applied Statistics to be a valuable supplement to their concentrations.
Mathematics Education
Students seeking secondary teacher certification must take Math 331, Math 486, EDD 450, and EDD 451. Also, Math 395 and a course in statistics are recommended for such students. More information about an elementary education degree can be found at the School of Education homepage.