Mathematics

The Elms College mathematics program is tailored to help you accomplish your career goals, whether in the field of mathematics or as a math teacher. Our faculty are specifically qualified to teach a blend of pure and applied mathematics courses, which builds a solid foundation for your future. The interaction between our students, faculty from different disciplines, and math professionals gives math majors a unique perspective on their chosen field.

Our graduates are licensed to teach in Massachusetts and more than 40 states, islands, and territories, including all of the New England states and New York. We have alumni who work for Aetna Insurance, Mass Mutual, Hewitt Associates, People's Bank, and the National Security Agency.

Our students have gone on to pursue graduate degrees in statistics, actuarial mathematics, education, and business administration.

Bachelor of Arts Degree

Major in Mathematical Science

(Minimum at Elms College: 18 credits/Minimum GPA: 2.0)

Major Requirements (36 credits)

MAT 131 Differential Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 132 Integral Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 203 Vector Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 205 Linear Algebra (3 credits)
MAT 340 Abstract Algebra (3 credits)
MAT 370 Foundations of Mathematics (3 credits)
Choose six upper-division math courses (18 credits)

Minor in Mathematical Science (18 credits)

MAT 131 Differential Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 132 Integral Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 205 Linear Algebra (3 credits)
Choose three upper-division math courses (9 credits)

Bachelor of Arts Degree

Major in Mathematical Science/Secondary Education

(Minimum at Elms College: 18 credits/Minimum GPA: 2.0)

Note: Education majors need a minimum of 2.8 GPA in that major.

Major Requirements (36 credits)

MAT 131 Differential Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 132 Integral Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 203 Vector Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 205 Linear Algebra (3 credits)
MAT 308 Geometry (3 credits)
MAT 315 Probability and Statistics (3 credits)
MAT 340 Abstract Algebra (3 credits)
MAT 370 Foundations of Mathematics (3 credits)
Choose four upper-division MAT/CIT courses (12 credits)

Major in Mathematical Science/Computer Information Technology

(Minimum at Elms College: 18 credits/Minimum GPA: 2.0)

Major Requirements (36 credits)

MAT 131 Differential Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 132 Integral Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 203 Vector Calculus (3 credits)
MAT 205 Linear Algebra (3 credits)
MAT 308 Geometry (3 credits)
MAT 370 Foundations of Mathematics (3 credits)
CIT general courses (15 credits)