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The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is uniquely qualified to offer programs that blend theory and practice in an innovative way, preparing students for career options in academic, corporate, and government areas. Classes are deliberately structured to enable students who pursue a major in Mathematics or Computer Science to learn in concert with Engineering and Science majors. In this setting, the student’s appreciation of the inherent power and cohesiveness of mathematics is enhanced by the highlighted role that mathematics plays in all fields.

Mathematics Major - Bachelor of Arts
This program is designed to give the student a classical mathematics education in the liberal arts tradition. In addition to the standard topics in mathematics, a student must select courses in advanced mathematics, computer science, and/or statistics. A student preparing for secondary education should contact an advisor from the College of Liberal Arts & Education early in the program and must take the professional education sequence of courses. A twenty-hour cognate is also required. The student must earn at least a C grade in each required course and a 2.0 GPA overall in the major. Prospective teachers must earn a 2.7 GPA in the major. There are 36 credit hours in the major including:

Electives - flexibility and focus
To allow maximum flexibility to address personal interests and to focus on career oriented objectives, students choose four courses from the following: