Undergraduate programs

The mathematical sciences have long provided the proper language of the physical sciences and engineering, and they are playing an increasingly important role in areas as diverse as computer science, the social sciences, business administration and economics, and the biological and medical sciences. Many are drawn to the study of mathematics and statistics precisely because of this broad applicability. Others are attracted by the rigorous training these disciplines provide in abstract reasoning, and the many surprising results and elegant arguments they encounter. The department offers a wide variety of courses in mathematics and statistics to meet the needs of a student body having very diverse interests. Anyone who would like to learn more about the department’s faculty, programs, courses, activities and other services is encouraged to explore the department website, or visit the department office.

Degree Maps and Learning Outcomes

Admission requirements

Mathematics B.A./B.S.

Mathematics B.A./B.S. Options

Mathematics and Statistics Honors Track

Mathematics Minor

Mathematics for Middle School Teachers Minor

Requirements

This mathematics minor is intended for those who plan to enter a Graduate Teacher Education Program and be licensed in middle school mathematics (grades 5-9). A student must complete the following program (12 credits must be upper-division; 9 of these 12 upper-division credits must be taken in residence at PSU):

Courses

Mth 211	Foundations Of Elementary Mathematics I	4
Mth 212	Foundations Of Elementary Mathematics II	4
Mth 213	Foundations Of Elementary Mathematics III	4
Mth 490	Computing in Mathematics for Middle School Teachers	3
Mth 491	Experimental Probability and Statistics for Middle School Teachers	3
Mth 492	Problem Solving for Middle School Teachers	3
Mth 493	Geometry for Middle School Teachers	3
Mth 494	Arithmetic and Algebraic Structures for Middle School Teachers	3
Mth 495	Historical Topics in Mathematics for Middle School Teachers	3
Mth 496	Concepts of Calculus for Middle School Teachers	3
	Approved elective course (see an adviser)	2-4

Only grades of C-, P, or above count toward satisfying the department minor requirements. No more than three courses with a grade of P may be counted toward these requirements.