Mathematics Undergraduate Programs

Mathematics and Statistics Degree Program Options

Please use iCAP within TopNet to verify your remaining degree requirements for the program of your catalog year.  The various options that are available to students are listed below.

Option 1(a) – 728 General Major in Mathematics

Basic major for employment in mathematical careers that do not require teacher certification.  Appropriate for students majoring in complementary disciplines wanting a double-major in mathematics.

• Pre-Fall 2011:  34/35 Hour General Major
• Fall 2011 to Spring 2014:  39 Hour General Major
• Fall 2014 to Spring 2019:  39 Hour General Major
• Fall 2019 to present: 39 Hour General Major

Option 1(b) – 528 Extended Major in Mathematics

Recommended for students wanting to pursue a graduate degree in mathematics.

• Pre-Fall 2011:  48 Hour Extended Major
• Fall 2011 to Spring 2014:  51 Hour Extended Major
• Fall 2014 to Spring 2019:  51 Hour Extended Major
• Fall 2019 to present: 51 Hour Extended Major

Option 2 – 728 Teacher Certifiable (Secondary) Major in Mathematics

Basic major for teacher certification in mathematics at the high-school level.

• Pre-Fall 2011:  Secondary Mathematics with SMED
• Fall 2011 to Spring 2014:  Secondary Mathematics with SMED
• Fall 2014 to present:  Secondary Mathematics with SMED

Option 3 – 730 Teacher Certifiable (Middle School) Major in Mathematics

Basic major for teacher certification in mathematics at the middle-school level.

• Pre-Fall 2016:  Middle School Mathematics with SMED
• Fall 2016 to present:  Middle School Mathematics with SMED

Option 4 – 731 Mathematical Economics

Extended major for students wanting a career in data-driven analytical economics (general track) or as an actuary (actuarial track).

• Pre-Fall 2013:  Mathematical Economics
• Fall 2013 to present:  Mathematical Economics – General Track
• Fall 2013 to present:  Mathematical Economics – Actuarial Track

Minors

For students in a complementary major that requires a minor.

• Pre-Fall 2011:  417 Minor in Mathematics
• Fall 2011 to present:  417 Minor in Mathematics
• 313 Minor in Applied Statistics

All degree-seeking students are required to consult with their advisor to have the advising hold lifted prior to registration.  The academic advisor assists the student in the selection of courses that will provide appropriate preparation for his/her career objectives, and assure timely completion of degree program requirements.