Mathematics, B.S.

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The B.S. degree options are designed to provide flexibility and adequate preparation for graduate school, while emphasizing mathematical reasoning, modeling, and problem solving, all within the context of preparing the student for a career in mathematics, business, industry, government, or academia. Recommended courses in areas related to mathematics provide the requisite experience and practice in mathematical applications. PHY 201 is highly recommended as the university studies physical science requirement.

Requirements for the Major in Mathematics

The requirements for both the B.A. and B.S. degrees in Mathematics consist of some common core courses and fulfillment of the requirements of one of several options.

It is strongly recommended that each student majoring in mathematics either complete a minor in a discipline that applies mathematics or elect advanced coursework involving mathematical applications in other disciplines such as biology, chemistry, computer science, geography and geology, economics, information systems and operations management, physics, psychology, sociology and statistics.

Computer Requirement

To satisfy the computer requirement for the B.S. degree in Mathematics, a student must successfully complete MAT 161 -MAT 162 , MAT 261 , MAT 335 , and MAT 361 .

Oral Communication Requirement

To satisfy the oral communication requirement for the B.S. degree in Mathematics a student must successfully complete MAT 495 or MAT 499 .

Applied Learning Requirement

To satisfy the applied learning requirement for the B.S. degree in Mathematics a student must successfully complete one or more of the following: MAT 495 or MAT 499 .

Requirements for a Major in Mathematics for the B.S. Degree

Core Courses (27 Credit Hours)

Option 1. General Mathematics (27 Credit Hours)

This option provides a broad, traditional perspective of mathematics and its scientific application in addition to depth of study in several areas of mathematics. Students also see the application and modeling of mathematics to a variety of fields. Career opportunities in business, industry, government and academia involve applications in the natural sciences and engineering, economics, and actuarial science. In addition to the core requirements, the student must complete

Elective Course Requirements (18 Credit Hours)

18 additional hours in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the 300-400 level in which

at least 9 of are at the 400 level, and
at least 12 hours are in mathematics.

Option 2. Data Science (30 Credit Hours)

Mathematics is the foundation for Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and related areas leading to a demand for students, especially those in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or Engineering related majors, to learn in-depth mathematical theories behind many machine learning algorithms. This option provides the tools needed to prepare students for opportunities in business, industry, government and academia which employ data science. [Students selecting this option are not eligible to declare a Data Science minor.]

Elective Course Requirements (12 Credit Hours)

12 additional hours in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the 300-400 level.

Total Credit Hours: 54-57

Additional Information

An overall average of “C” (2.00) or better with no grade lower than a “C-” is required for all 300-400-level mathematics or statistics courses counted toward the major.