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Undergraduate Programs

 

Mathematics provides a powerful language for expressing and answering questions about the world around us. The evolution of communication and technology has made that language a part of our daily lives.

 

Announcement: Beginning Fall 2026, we will be offering a Bachelor of Science degree in Artificial Intelligence, and a Certificate in Actuarial Science! Please see the 2026-2027 undergraduate catalog for program information and curriculum requirements.

For questions about the A.I. program, please contact Dr. Emanuele Zappala, emanuelezappala@isu.edu. 

For question about the Certificate in Actuarial Science, please contact Dr. Grace Chen, scchen@isu.edu.



Objective #3, of ISU's General Education requirements


This objective recognizes the importance of mathematics in a university education. Upon completion of a course in this category, a student is able to demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Read, interpret, and communicate mathematical concepts.
  • Represent and interpret information/data.
  • Select, execute and explain appropriate strategies and procedures when solving mathematical problems.
  • Apply quantitative reasoning to draw and support appropriate conclusions.

Courses that satisfy G.E. Objective #3 are:

MATH 1123 or 1123P, Math in Modern Society

MATH 1127, Language of Mathematics

MATH 1130, Finite Mathematics

MATH 1143 or 1143P, Precalculus I: Algebra

MATH 1147, Precalculus

MATH 1153 or 1153P, Statistical Reasoning

MATH 1160, Survey of Calculus

MATH 1170, Calculus I

MATH 2254, Statistical Methods

MATH 2256, Structure of Arithmetic for Elementary School Teachers

MATH 2257, Structure of Geometry and Probability for Elementary School Teachers


For more information on the 'Plus' courses (1108P, 1123P, 1143P, and 1153P), please see: 'P' Course Information

 

Undergraduate Program Degrees

Mathematics

Applied Mathematics

Statistics

Actuarial Science

Artificial Intelligence

(In concert with Computer Science)


For MAPs from previous years, please see: Previous Degree MAPS



Secondary Teacher Education

(The Department of Mathematics and Statistics has oversight over the degree content. For more information, please see College of Education)

  • Teaching Major
  • Teaching Minor
  • Single-subject Teaching Minor

 

Undergraduate Program Objectives:

  1. General education courses help the student to gain an understanding of mathematics as a language in which to express, define, and answer questions about the world.

  2. Algebra courses develop the student's algebra skills that are a foundation for later courses.

  3. Courses that serve the sciences and engineering, particularly calculus and linear algebra courses, develop the student's technical skills, teach the student to apply mathematic tools, and develop an understanding of the mathematical basis for those tools.

  4. Statistics courses help the student to develop an understanding of the basic concepts of probability and statistics and learn how to use statistical tools in real-life problems.

  5. Education students with a mathematics teaching major or minor gain a basic understanding of several areas of mathematics, develop a sense for exploring mathematics, and learn to read, write, and present mathematics.

  6. Mathematics major become acquainted with the major branches of the discipline, learn to read and write mathematics, and develop the mathematic skills and general knowledge necessary for employment or for graduate work in mathematics or other fields.

Advice for Undergraduate Students

  1. Meet with an advisor as soon as you declare your major. Your advisor can help you with information about the degree requirements, which classes you should start with, and any necessary prerequisites that you may need to satisfy before taking the core courses that are required for your program. Your advisor can also help you determine which core courses you are eligible to start with, depending on your math SAT, ACT, or ALEKS placement exam score.

  2. Depending on which major you choose, you will want to select an advisor who specializes in content area. If you would like to meet with one of our Department Advisors, visit our Department Advisors page to find an advisor who can help you plan and answer any questions you may have about your degree. You can also meet with an advisor in the Office of Academic Advising.

  3. Meet with your advisor every semester to make sure you are on track, revise your plan if necessary, and to keep informed of any potential changes to the degree requirements.

  4. As soon as possible (after having completed any prerequisite courses or achieve the necessary math placement exam score), get started on the Calculus sequence. Refer to the Prerequisite & Placement information page to be sure you are eligible to take Calculus I.

  5. Don't delay in meeting with a tutor, if necessary. It is important that you do not get behind in your math courses, as future concepts build on the content that was previously covered. This may prevent you from having to retake any courses. Also, note that in order for a course to count as a prerequisite, you must achieve a grade of at least a C- in the course. Tutoring services are offered in the Student Success Center. Visit their University Tutoring page for more information on their hours, subject schedules, and how to make an appointment to meet with a tutor.

 

Undergraduate Research Opportunities


(coming soon)