Program Description
The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics degree hones students' analytical and problem-solving skills while building their understanding of mathematical theories and applications.
Delivery Mode
Traditional (on campus)
Curriculum
The following eight-semester schedule of courses provides a recommended framework for completing this program of study in four years.
| Course | Credits |
| Freshman Year | |
| First Semester | 16 |
| ENG 101 English Composition I | 3 |
| MAT 272 Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| MAT 281 Calculus I | 3 |
| UNI 100 First-Year Seminar | 1 |
| General Education, Minor OR Free Elective Courses | 6 |
| Second Semester | 15 |
| MAT 282 Calculus II | 3 |
| MAT 341 Linear Algebra I | 3 |
| General Education, Minor OR Free Elective Courses | 9 |
| Sophomore Year | |
| Third Semester | 16 |
| MAT 381 Calculus III | 3 |
| MAT 461 Statistical Analysis I | 3 |
| CHE 101 General Chemistry I OR PHY 101 College Physics I | 4 |
| General Education, Minor OR Free Elective Courses | 6 |
| Fourth Semester | 16 |
| MAT 351 Abstract Algebra I | 3 |
| MAT 382 Calculus IV | 3 |
| CHE 102 General Chemistry II OR PHY 102 College Physics II | 4 |
| General Education, Minor OR Free Elective Courses | 6 |
| Junior Year | |
| Fifth Semester | 15 |
| MAT Category I* | 3 |
| General Education, Minor OR Free Elective Courses | 12 |
| Sixth Semester | 15 |
| MAT 406 Differential Equations | 3 |
| MAT Category II* | 3 |
| General Education, Minor OR Free Elective Courses | 9 |
| Senior Year | |
| Seventh Semester | 15 |
| MAT 400 Mathematical Modeling | 3 |
| General Education, Minor OR Free Elective Courses | 9 |
| Eighth Semester | 12 |
| MAT Category III* | 3 |
| MAT Category II* | 3 |
| General Education, Minor OR Free Elective Courses | 6 |
| Total | 120 |
| *MAT Categories | Credits |
| CATEGORY I (Choose One Course) |
|
| MAT 451 Abstract Algebra II | 3 |
| MAT 481 Real Analysis | 3 |
| MAT 474 Complex Analysis | 3 |
| CATEGORY II (Choose Two Courses) |
|
| CSC 424 Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| MAT 441 Linear Algebra II | 3 |
| MAT 462 Statistical Analysis II | 3 |
| CATEGORY III (Choose One Course) |
|
| CSC 475 Theory of Languages | 3 |
| MAT 304 History of Math | 3 |
| MAT 419 Math Internship | 3 |
| MAT 468 Field Experience in Math | 3 |
| MAT 496 Senior Research Project | 3 |
| PHY 341 Math Methods of Physics I | 3 |
Accelerated Bachelor's-to-Master's Program
An accelerated bachelor's-to-master's (B.A. in Mathematics to PSM in Applied Math) program is also available to undergraduate students who qualify. Curriculum requirements are listed under the "Accelerated Programs" section of this catalog.
Program Webpage
https://www.calu.edu/academics/undergraduate/bachelors/mathematics/index.aspx