Mathematics BA 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 BA in Mathematics
Credits for Major in Mathematics
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Mathematics
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-141¹ ² Calculus I BA Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course³ Level I BA Mathematics/General Eduction Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Information Literacy Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| MTH 0144-190 MTH Orientation Seminar BA Mathematics Requirement |
1 credit |
| 17 credits |
¹To register, student must have earned ‘C’ or higher in MTH 140 or passed department exam.
²In Lieu of 0144-141/142, students can take 0144-130 (Calculus IA-3 Credits) & 0144-131 (Calculus IB-4 Credits).
³Students may elect to sit for language competency exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-142¹ ² Calculus II BA Mathematics Requirement |
4 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level II BA Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 17 credits |
¹To register, student must have earned ‘C’ or higher in MTH 140 or passed department exam.
²In Lieu of 0144-141/142, students can take 0144-130 (Calculus IA-3 Credits) & 0144-131 (Calculus IB-4 Credits).
- If you live on campus, join your Residential Hall Council
- Attend Spirit Weekend! Enjoy the annual celebration of Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»Pride with your family.
- Familiarize yourself thoroughly with the curriculum, and get to know your professors early.
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-201 Bridge to Higher Mathematics BA Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level III BA Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| CSC 0145-161 Comp Applications in Math BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communications Elective Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Natural Sciences Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-250 Multivariate Mathematics BA Mathematics/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level IV BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 16 credirs |
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
- Volunteer in the Panther Pantry! Give back to the Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»community and address food insecurity needs, learn more here!
- Bring the joy of math to mathematicians and non-mathematicians alike: the Math Organization meets every Wednesday at 1pm. Find out more on MyAULife.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-321 Geometry I BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| MTH 0144-103â´ Math for Elem. School Teachers BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| MTH 0144-361 Intro to Probability Theory BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
â´Students in STEP Program must choose from one of these courses.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-362 Mathematics Statistics BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| MTH 0144-220â´ Math for Secondary School Teachers BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
â´Students in STEP Program must choose from one of these courses.
- If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
- Participate in a CORE and Safe Zone Training.
- Time to take a bigger role! Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
- Look for an internship on Handshake, and have your resume reviewed by the Center for Career and Professional Development. Check out Alumnifire to connect with Âé¶¹´«Ã½Ó³»alumni and build your network!
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 0144-471 Senior Seminar I BA Mathematics Requirement |
1 credits |
| MTH 0144-431 Analysis BA 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 BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| MTH 0144-457 Abstract Algebra BA Mathematics Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 12 credits |
- If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
- Attend a Reel Justice Film Viewing to join a discussion on the topic of the movie and with your fellow peers surrounding the diversity, equaity, and inclusion topic.
- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
- Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.
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