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The B.A. degree options are designed with the goals of a broad liberal education in mind. Licensed secondary school teachers with a B.A. in mathematics are in high demand, as are qualified applicants for graduate schools in mathematics. Additionally, a B.A. degree in mathematics is regarded as excellent preparation for entrance to professional schools of law, medicine or business.

Computer Requirement:

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

Oral Communication Requirement:

To satisfy the oral communication requirement for the B.A. degree in Mathematics a student must successfully complete MAT 346, MAT 471, MAT 495, or any other approved oral intensive course (see list here).

Applied Learning Requirement:

To satisfy the applied learning requirement for the B.A. degree in Mathematics a student must successfully complete one or more of the following: MAT 495, MAT 498, MAT 499 or SEC 404.

Requirements for a Major in Mathematics for the B.A. Degree:

Core Requirements:

MAT 161 - Calculus with Analytical Geometry I

MAT 162 - Calculus with Analytical Geometry II

MAT 261 - Multivariate Calculus

MAT 275 - Axiomatic Systems

MAT 311 - Intermediate Analysis

MAT 335 - Linear Algebra and Matrices

MAT 336 - Abstract Algebra I

STT 215 - Introduction to Statistics

STT 315 - Probability and Statistics

Options:

In addition, each student must fulfill the requirements of one of the following options:

Option 1. Mathematics:

This option is designed to provide the greatest flexibility to allow a student to achieve personal educational goals or to combine a mathematics major with a minor. In addition to the core requirements, the student must complete either MAT 495 or three hours of MAT 499 and 12 additional hours in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the 300-400 level, at least 6 of which must be in mathematics. Recommended areas related to mathematics: biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, geography and geology, information systems and operations management, physics, psychology, sociology, statistics. PHY 201 is highly recommended as the university studies physical science requirement.

Option 2. Teacher Licensure in Mathematics:

In addition to completing the core requirements for the B.A. major in mathematics, students seeking licensure in mathematics must complete:

• MAT 296 - Mathematical Explorations with Technology
• MAT 345 - Modern College Geometry
• MAT 346 - Historical Development of Mathematics
• MAT 496 - Advanced Perspectives in Secondary Mathematics
• the Teacher Education Program