Mathematics Major - Bachelor of Science (BS)

(All colleges)

41-42 credits (44 - 46 total credits including CS 115 or CS 120)

Core courses
MTH 207Calculus I4
MTH 208Calculus II4
MTH 225Foundations of Advanced Mathematics 14
MTH 271Mathematics and Statistics Seminar1
MTH 308Linear Algebra with Differential Equations4
MTH 310Calculus III: Multivariable Calculus4
STAT 245Probability and Statistics3-4
or MTH 353 Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems
MTH 407Real Analysis I3
MTH 471Mathematics and Statistics Capstone1
Major pathway: select either group I or group II:7
Group I
MTH 364
Combinatorics
MTH 411
Abstract Algebra I
Group II
MTH 371
Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
MTH 435
Mathematics for Data Driven Modeling
Electives 26
Select six credits not already taken from the following:
MTH 265
Mathematical Models in Biology
MTH 311
Number Theory
MTH 353
Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems
MTH 362
Complex Variables
MTH 364
Combinatorics
MTH 371
Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
MTH 411
Abstract Algebra I
MTH 415
Topology
MTH 495
Special Topics in Mathematics
STAT 441
Mathematical Statistics I
CHM 309
Physical Chemistry Theory I 2
CS 453
Introduction to Theory of Computation 2
PHY 401
Quantum Mechanics
PHY 461
Mathematical Physics
Total Credits41-42
1

May substitute CS 225 for MTH 225.

2

At most, one from CHM 309, CS 453, PHY 401or PHY 461 can be used as elective credit. 

In addition, CS 115 Introduction to Python Programming (3 cr.) or CS 120 Software Design I (4 cr.) must be taken.

All students must complete the general education, college core, major/minor, and university degree requirements to qualify for a degree. All enrolled students have access to a degree audit to track all of these requirements.   

College of Science and Health (CSH) Bachelor of Science core requirements

B.S. students graduating from the College of Science & Health are required to take:

  1. Two MTH/STAT courses or one MTH/STAT course and one CS course
    CS 101
    		Introduction to Computing 1
    CS 115
    		Introduction to Python Programming 1
    CS 120
    		Software Design I 1
    CT 100
    		Introduction to Computational Thinking 1
    MTH 115
    		Mathematics for Early Childhood and Elementary Teachers I 1
    MTH 116
    		Mathematics for Early Childhood and Elementary Teachers II 1
    MTH 123
    		Mathematics for Decision Making 1
    MTH 150
    		College Algebra 1
    MTH 151
    		Precalculus 1
    MTH 160
    		Mathematics for Business 1
    MTH 175
    		Applied Calculus 1
    MTH 207
    		Calculus I 1
    MTH 208
    		Calculus II 1
    MTH 215
    		Mathematics for Middle School Teachers I 1
    MTH 216
    		Mathematics for Middle School Teachers II 1
    MTH 265
    		Mathematical Models in Biology 1
    STAT 145
    		Elementary Statistics 1
1

Course may also satisfy a Core General Education Requirement.

  1. Two laboratory science courses, one of the two courses must be from a department outside of the student's major department:
ANT 102
Introduction to Biological Anthropology 1
BIO 100
Biology for the Informed Citizen 1
BIO 105
General Biology 1
BIO 203
Organismal Biology
BIO 210
Animal Biology
BIO 304
Plant Biology
CHM 103
General Chemistry I 1
CHM 104
General Chemistry II
ESS 205
Human Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise and Sport Science I
GEO 101
Earth Environments 1
GEO 221
Weather and Climate
GEO 222
Earth Surface Processes and Landforms
MIC 100
Microbes and Society 1
PHY 103
Fundamental Physics I 1
PHY 104
Fundamental Physics II
PHY 106
Physical Science for Educators 1
PHY 155
Solar System Astronomy 1
PHY 160
Stars, Galaxies and the Universe 1
PHY 203
General Physics I 1
PHY 204
General Physics II

Notes: Mathematics courses can be pairs, i.e. MTH 150 and MTH 151.

  1. In addition to all other College of Science and Health core requirements, students from non-exempted programs2 must complete one of the following options. It is recommended that courses are selected in consultation with students’ academic advisor.
    1. Complete a second major; or
    2. Complete a minor outside the major; or
    3. Complete two certificates outside the major with at least 12 combined credits at the 300/400 level; or
    4. Complete an individualized option, consisting of 18 credits
      1. At least 12 credits must be earned at the 300/400 level outside the major department.
      2. The remaining six credits should come from
        1. 100 level or higher courses outside the major (all courses used to meet these requirements must be in addition to the minimum credits required in the Core General Education Requirements); or
        2. 300/400 level courses inside major not being used to fulfill major requirements.
      3. Internship credits may not count toward the individualized option.
2

The list of exempted CSH programs is on the CSH catalog page.

Baccalaureate degree requirements

Candidates for the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science degrees must accomplish the following:

  1. Fulfill the Core General Education Requirements (CGER).
  2. Complete the courses prescribed by the Undergraduate Curriculum Committee for the degree desired in the respective school or college.
  3. Earn a minimum of 120 semester credits with at least a 2.00 cumulative GPA.1, 2
  4. At least 40 credits must be earned in 300/400 level courses. Transfer courses earned or transferred at the 300/400 level apply to this requirement.
  5. Complete major and minor requirements with at least a 2.00 GPA1, 2 in each major and minor (and concentration or emphasis, if selected).
  6. A minimum of 30 semester credits in residence at UWL is required for graduation. (See undergraduate resident requirement.)
  7. Submit an application for graduation via the "Submit Intent to Graduate" link in the WINGS Student Center as soon as the student has registered for his or her final semester or summer term in residence. December and winter intersession graduates should apply by May 1. May and summer graduates should apply by December 1.
1

Grade point average requirements for some programs will be considerably higher than 2.00. Re-entering students may be required to earn credits in excess of the 120 needed for graduation in any curriculum to replace credits earned in courses in which the content has changed substantially in recent years. Each case will be judged on its own merit.

2

The grade point average recorded at the time the degree is awarded will not be affected by future enrollment.

No degree will be awarded unless all requirements are fulfilled and recorded within 30 days after the official ending date of each term.

Below is a sample degree plan that can be used as a guide to identify courses required to fulfill the major and other requirements needed for degree completion. A student's actual degree plan may differ depending on the course of study selected (second major, minor, etc.). Also, this sample plan assumes readiness for each course and/or major plan, and some courses may not be offered every term. Review the course descriptions or the class timetable for course offering information.

The sample degree plans represented in this catalog are intended for first-year students entering UWL in the fall term. Students should use their degree audit and work closely with their advisor(s) and college dean's office to ensure declaration and completion of all requirements in a timely manner.

Core General Education Program

The Core General Education Requirement (CGER) is the common educational experience for all undergraduates at UWL. Sample degree plans include CGER placeholders to ensure completion of the core general education requirements. The CGER category listed in parentheses indicated the recommended course to help complete CGER and the program requirements. Transferred courses may alter the plan. Courses may be rearranged to fit the needs or recommendations of the student’s program of study. CGER courses may be taken during winter term (January between the semesters) and summer to reduce the course load during regular terms (fall and spring). Students should consult with their advisor and/or the college academic services director in their college/school for assistance with course and schedule planning. Refer to the Core General Education Requirements for more specific details.

At least 40 credits of the 120 credits required must be earned at the 300/400-level. 

Note: New students and transfer students with less than 12 credits earned are required to take The Eagle Advantage for College Success (UWL 100, 2 cr.) or FYS 100 First-Year Seminar (3 cr.) during one of their first two semesters at UWL.

This sample degree plan does not establish a contractual agreement. It identifies the minimum requirements a student must successfully complete, to qualify for a degree, in a format intended to assist the student in planning their academic career. Actual degree plans may differ.

Year 1
FallCreditsSpringCredits
MTH 207 (CGER MQR-QR Mathematics & Quantitative Reasoning: Quantitative Reasoning)4MTH 2084
MTH 2711ENG 110 (CGER CL-WL Communication & Literacy: Written Literacy)3
CST 110 (CGER CL-SL Communication & Literacy: Spoken Literacy)3UWL 100 or FYS 100 (CGER SBS-FS Social & Behavioral Science: Social Foundation for Success)2
CGER NSWL-ES Natural Science & Wellness: Experiential Science4CSH Core (Lab Science)4
CGER HA-PDU Humanities & Arts: Pasts that Define Us3 
 15 13
Year 2
FallCreditsSpringCredits
MTH 3104MTH 3084
MTH 2254CS 115 or 1203-4
CGER HA-AA Humanities & Arts: Arts & Aesthetics3CGER SBS-BS Social & Behavioral Science: Social & Behavioral Studies3
CGER CP-CW Civics & Perspective: Cultures of Our World 3CGER CP-CU Civics & Perspective: Communities of the United States3
University Elective1University Elective2
 15 16
Year 3
FallCreditsSpringCredits
MTH 364 or 3533-4MTH 371 or STAT 2454
CSH Core (300/400 not MTH) or Minor3MTH Elective3
CGER NSW-MBP Natural Science & Wellness: Mind, Body, & Planet3CSH Core (300/400 not MTH) or Minor3
University Elective3CSH Core (300/400 not MTH) or Minor3
University Elective3CGER CL-SWT Communication & Literacy: Stories We Tell3
 15 16
Year 4
FallCreditsSpringCredits
MTH 4073MTH 411 or 4353
MTH Elective3MTH 4711
CSH Core or Minor13CSH Core (300/400 not MTH) or Minor3
University Elective at 300/400 level3CSH Core or Minor13
University Elective3University Elective at 300/400 level3
 University Elective2
 15 15
Total Credits: 120
1

See CSH BS Core Requirements for information on completing the individualized option. 300/400 requirements for graduation may be impacted.