Updated 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog | 20275
Mathematics
Programs
- Data Science, B.S. major
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Elementary Education, B.S. major
Mathematics Endorsement (Teacher Licensure) -
Mathematics Education, B.S. major
(Teacher Licensure) -
Mathematics, B.S. major
General Emphasis -
Mathematics, B.S. major
Applied Emphasis -
Mathematics, B.S. major
Actuarial Emphasis - Statistics, B.S. major
- Mathematics minor
Mathematics, B.S.
major
General Emphasis
A total of 120 semester credits are needed for the Mathematics, General emphasis B.S. degree and include the following:
- 40 upper division credits (level 3000/4000)
- 44 required major core credits
- Completion of Core Curriculum credits (Minnesota Transfer Curriculum [MnTC] Goal Areas 1-10) - required for all baccalaureate degrees
- Completion of BSU Focus and Nisidotaading Course Requirements
Multiple Credentials
Any additional major, minor or certificate in a degree must have at least 6 credits of course work not used to meet the requirements of another major, minor or certificate in the degree.
Required Credits: 44
Required GPA: 2.25
I REQUIRED CORE COURSES
Complete the following courses:
- MATH 2210 Discrete Mathematics (4 credits)
- MATH 2471 Calculus I (5 credits)
- MATH 2472 Calculus II (5 credits)
- MATH 2480 Multivariable Calculus (4 credits)
- MATH 3310 Linear Algebra (4 credits)
GENERAL EMPHASIS
COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING COURSE:
- STAT 3631 Probability and Statistics I (4 credits)
SELECT 1 OF THE FOLLOWING COURSES:
- MATH 4350 Abstract Algebra (3 credits)
- MATH 4371 Modern Algebra (3 credits)
- MATH 4410 Introduction to Analysis (3 credits)
REQUIRED ELECTIVES
SELECT 5 COURSES (not used above) FROM THE FOLLOWING:
- CSCI 2322 Computer Science II (4 credits)
- MATH 2490 Differential Equations (4 credits)
- MATH 3260 Mathematical Problem Solving (3 credits)
- MATH 3440 Introduction to Fractals & Chaos (3 credits)
- MATH 3560 Classical and Modern Geometry (3 credits)
- MATH 3710 Mathematical Modeling (3 credits)
- MATH 3720 Numerical Methods (3 credits)
- MATH 3820 History of Mathematics (3 credits)
- MATH 4240 Number Theory (3 credits)
- MATH 4350 Abstract Algebra (3 credits)
- MATH 4371 Modern Algebra (3 credits)
- MATH 4410 Introduction to Analysis (3 credits)
- MATH 4760 Topics in Applied Mathematics (3 credits)
- STAT 3610 Time Series Analysis (3 credits)
- STAT 3632 Probability and Statistics II (3 credits)
Program Learning Outcomes | Mathematics, B.S.
1. Knowledge: Students will understand the content and methods of the core areas of undergraduate mathematics.
2. Analysis: Students will identify, interpret and analyze problems, discern structure and pattern and make conjectures.
3. Application: Students will apply appropriate procedures and technology to solve problems.
4. Proof: Students will apply creative and analytic thinking to develop clear and valid mathematical arguments.
5. Communication: Students will communicate mathematical ideas and understanding effectively.
6. Career Readiness: Students will be prepared for careers in industry and further study in mathematics.