Mathematics Sample Plan of Study
Following is one possible way to complete the major.
Students should fill in gaps with coursework required for the core curriculum and other majors/minors to take an average of 14 credit hours each fall and spring, and 3-4 credit hours each Interim. Total credit hours needs to be 124 for degree completion.
Mathematics Sample Plan of Study [This will open a Google Sheet, which you can view as well as make and save a copy of.]
Departmental Honors in Math
DEPARTMENTAL HONORS:
A student earns Departmental Honors in Math by
1. completing the standard major with a GPA of 3.25 or higher (in all mathematics and supportive courses);
2. completing a research project* (such as an REU or a summer research project with a faculty member) that results in a poster presentation, a seminar or conference presentation, or submission of an article to an undergraduate or graduate level publication;
3. completing one (1) of the following:
a) completing two elective courses beyond the required five, at least one of which must be from 4401, 4201, 4501, 4520;
b) preparing** for and taking the GRE in Mathematics, the Putnam exam, actuarial exam P, or another competitive examination approved by the mathematics faculty.
*The scope of the research project should be comparable to a 3-credit hour course.
**Plan for exam preparation must be approved by the department chair, and overseen by a faculty member. The scope of the plan should be comparable to a 3-credit hour course, scope of the plan should be comparable to a credit hour course.