Goals and Requirements for a Mathematics Major

Flowchart of Mathematics Course Dependence

Goals for the Major

Students who complete a mathematics major:

• Possess an understanding and appreciation of the breadth and beauty of the mathematical sciences and their deep interconnecting principles.
• Are able to work independently and confidently in mathematical situations.
• Develop a solid understanding of the core fundamentals of  undergraduate mathematics. Furthermore, students have the ability to communicate mathematical ideas with precision, clarity, and organization.
• Possess a positive attitude toward and derive enjoyment from studying and applying mathematics.

Requirements for Major or Minor

For a Major: 38 credits, including 180, 190, 220, 300 and 21 additional credits in courses numbered 200 or above with at least two courses (minimum 6 credits) numbered above 300. Students planning on graduate study in mathematics should plan their programs with their advisors to include more than the minimum indicated.

For a Minor: 20 credits including 180, 190, and 10 credits in courses numbered 200 or higher.

For Oregon Initial Teacher Licensure in Mathematics: A student must complete: (1) the Linfield Teacher Education Program requirements (see catalog page 56) and (2) the State of Oregon licensure requirements which includes passing all state-mandated tests (see catalog page 56). In order to complete these requirements, a student must begin taking education courses no later than his/her sophomore year. The student must be advised by an Education Department faculty member each semester prior to registration.