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Math Placement

Mathematics – Please urge students to take the required math course as soon as possible, while they retain more of the math they learned in high school.  Before enrolling a student in a math course, please check to see if a specific math course is required or recommended for the student’s intended major.

REMINDER: Students required to take DLC/DSS 090 must complete that course with a C- or higher before taking a Mth course.  They are also required to complete a minimum of 135 credits for graduation.

Enroll in: If the student:
MTH 235
  • has an ACT Math score of 23 or better AND has taken pre-calculus or trigonometry.
  • intends to major in Math, Computer Science, Physics, Economics, or Chemistry
  • intends to focus in one of the following areas in Biology:  Pre-Med, Pre-Dental,  Pre-Vet, Pre-PT, Pre-Optometry, or grad school
MTH 125
  • needs MTH 235 for their major and meets one of the following:
  1. has an ACT Math score of 22 or lower
  2. has not taken Pre-calculus or Trigonometry
  • intends to major in Biology or Environmental Science and is not taking MTH 235
MTH 115
  • intends to major in Accounting, Business, or IST and is not taking MTH 235
MTH 108
  • needs an algebra-based course with an emphasis on practical applications
MTH 107
  • needs a basic problem-solving course suitable for students in any major