This minor will enhance any degree, demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving skills and equipping you for graduate study, a teaching career, and beyond. 

Our program will provide you with a broad understanding of mathematics and fundamental science and computer programming. All of this takes place within small, discussion-rooted classes, a hallmark of the liberal arts tradition. 

Guided by our renowned, approachable faculty, you’ll hone your ability to wrestle with unfamiliar problems, the tools to investigate topics in-depth, and the communication skills needed to share information with others.

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Mathematics, Minor

Requirements

Required Courses

  • Take the following required courses:
  • Calculus I (4 units)
  • Calculus II (4 units)
  • Linear Algebra with Applications (4 units)

Electives

  • Plus at least 2 upper-division Math electives. Each course must be at least 3 units.
  • Finite Mathematics (3 units)
  • Intro Probability & Statistics (3 units)
  • Art & Practice of Math (3 units)
  • Data Science for Liberal Arts (3 units)
  • Applied Computational Thinking (3 units)
  • Applied Math for Scientists (4 units)
  • Applied Math Calc Lab
  • Calculus I (4 units)
  • Calculus I Calc Lab
  • Math Games (2 units)
  • Linear Algebra (4 units)
  • Calculus II (4 units)
  • Calculus III (4 units)
  • Discrete Mathematics (4 units)
  • Intro to Upper Division Math (4 units)
  • Probability & Statistics (4 units)
  • Mathematical Modeling (4 units)
  • Number Theory (3 units)
  • Differential Equations (3 units)
  • Complex Variables (3 units)
  • Abstract Algebra I (4 units)
  • Topology (3 units)
  • Real Analysis (4 units)
  • Special Topics in Mathematics (3 units)
  • Internship (1-4 units)
  • Capstone Experience (4 units)
  • Independent Study (1-4 units)
  • Mentored Research (1-4 units)

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