Mathematics & Statistics

All students entering the university need to be placed into an appropriate level mathematics class. If you only wish to take enough mathematics to fulfil the Quantitative Literacy core curriculum requirement, then you can do so by taking any two of MAT 101, MAT 103 and STS 132.

If your intended major requires more mathematics, or if you simply wish to take more mathematics than this, then we need to evaluate your preparation to help place you in the correct class. This is most often done by taking the ALEKS placement exam, although for many students who transfer in AP credits or college credits from elsewhere this may not be necessary.  Additionally, if you score a 670 or higher on the math SAT or a 29 or higher on the ACT, you can register for MAT 126 without taking the ALEKS exam.  If you wish to take MAT 111, 115, 116, 122, or 126 and do not meet the prerequisites through transfer or some other means as described above, then you will need to take the ALEKS placement exam.

It is important to know that you can retake the ALEKS exam several times, and your score will likely improve.  Students who are unable to obtain a 30 or higher may still enroll in MAT 111, provided they concurrently take the 1-credit workshop MAT 111W.