Mathematics BS Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Mathematics. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BS in Mathematics
120
A Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics requires 120 credits. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.
Credits for Major in Mathematics
49
To qualify as a major, a minimum of 49 credits are required. 33 of those are in mathematics and 4 are in computer science. 12 credits are electives in mathematics.
General Education Credits Required for a BS in Mathematics
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-141¹ Calculus I BS Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-190 MTH Orientation Seminar BS Mathematics Requirement |
1 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| 15 credits |
¹To register, student must have earned ‘C’ or higher in MTH 140 or passed department exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-142¹ Calculus II BS Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| Information Literacy Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communications Elective Select 1 course: Oral General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16 credits |
¹To register, student must have earned ‘C’ or higher in MTH 140 or passed department exam.
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Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-201 Bridge to Higher Mathematics BS Mathematics Requirement |
4 credits |
| CSC 0145-171² Intro to Computer Programming BS Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-243 Calculus III BS Mathematics Requirement |
4 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Global Awareness/Civic Engagement 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 17 credits |
²Students who minor in Comp Sci should take this course earlier in their career.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-253 Linear Algebra BS Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-253 Linear Algebra BS Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Science Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Communications Elective Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Global Awareness/Civic Engagement 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16-17 credirs |
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Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-431 Analysis BS Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| Math 361/Math Elective Select 1 course BS Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-362/432/458³ Select 1 course from above BS Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| MTH 0144-457 Abstract Algebra BS Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
³0144-362 has a prereq (0144-361); 0144-432 is only offered every other spring; 0144-458 is only offered every other fall.
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Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-471 Senior Seminar I BS Mathematics Requirement |
1 credits |
| Mathematics Electives Select 1 course BS Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 13 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-472 Senior Seminar II BS Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| Mathematics Electives Select 1 course BS Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
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