Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

The Mathematics program at RWU is a popular major that offers two distinct options. Students can major in Mathematics or double major in Mathematics and Secondary Education. Some of our students choose to double major in Accounting, Chemistry, Biology or Economics as well.

The major consists of ten required courses, beginning with a two-semester calculus sequence along with a course in mathematical reasoning. These are followed by a four-course mathematics core and two major electives to be chosen from a specified list of alternatives. The capstone course of the program is a problem-solving seminar which is designed to draw upon all courses in the foundation and to develop the student’s abilities in mathematical reasoning. Students are further advised to include courses in discrete mathematics, computer science and the history of mathematics in their studies.

Students wishing to teach mathematics at the secondary level must follow the Dual Major with Secondary Education and Mathematics. Students pursuing a double major in Elementary Education and Mathematics may take either of the Mathematics majors described below, but are encouraged to take the Dual Major with Secondary Education.

Degree Requirements
Majors pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics must satisfy University Core Curriculum requirements and the College speech requirement, COMM 210. In addition, they must complete the following courses and a sufficient number of electives to total 120 credits. Majors are encouraged to apply electives toward a minor or second major.

The Mathematics and Secondary Education Dual Major

Degree Requirements
Majors pursuing a dual major for secondary education must satisfy University general education requirements and the College speech requirement, COMM 210. In addition, they must complete the following courses and a sufficient number of electives to total 120 credits.
*Note that there are no electives among the mathematics courses required for the double major with secondary education.