Mathematics B.A.
Class of 2030
| Core Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| Development of Western Civilization (4) | 16 |
| Ethics | 3 |
| Philosophy | 3 |
| Fine Arts | 3 |
| Quantitative Reasoning | MTH 131 (4) |
| Natural Science | 3 |
| Social Science | 3 |
| Theology 200 Level | 3 |
| Theology 300 Level | 3 |
| MTH 131 (4) | 3 |
| Intensive Writing I Proficiency | 3 |
| Intensive Writing II Proficiency | 3 |
| Oral Communication Proficiency | 3 |
| Diversity Proficiency | 3 |
| Civic Engagement Proficiency | 3 |
| Free Electives |
| Major Requirements | Credits |
|---|---|
| MTH 131 – Calc & Analytical Geometry I | 4 |
| MTH 132 – Calc & Analytical Geometry II | 4 |
| MTH 215 – Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MTH 223 – Calculus III | 4 |
| MTH 290 – Foundations of Higher Mathematics | 3 |
| MTH 315 – Abstract Algebra I | 3 |
| MTH 323 – Real Analysis I | 3 |
| MTH 324 or 316 or 330 – Real Analysis II or Abstract Algebra or Complex Variables | 3 |
| MTH Electives (2 courses, 300-level or higher) | 6 |
| CSC 103 or 104 – Introduction to Computer Science or Software Development | 3 |
Graduation Requirements / Degree Notes
- Students at Providence College must complete 120 credits, which includes both their core and major requirements.
- Students at PC need a minimum GPA of 2.0 to graduate.
- Currently, MTH majors fulfill the Quantitative Reasoning Core.
- MTH 131 requirement is waived for students placed into MTH 132.
Freshman Year – Fall
| Course # | Class | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DWC 101 | Development of Western Civilization I | 4 or 5 |
| MTH 131 | Calc & Analytical Geometry I (Quantitative Reasoning) | 4 |
| CSC 103 or 104 | Introduction to Computer Science or Software Development | 4 |
| MTH 103 | First Year Mathematics Seminar | 1 |
| Core or Elective | 3 | |
| TOTAL | 16-17 |
Freshman Year – Spring
| Course # | Class | Credits | Total Year Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DWC 102 | Development of Western Civilization II | 4 or 5 | |
| MTH 132 | Calc & Analytical Geometry II | 4 | |
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | ||
| CORE | 3 |
Sophomore Year – Fall
| Course # | Class | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| DWC 201 | Development of Western Civilization III | 4 or 5 |
| MTH 223 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MTH 215 or MTH 216 | Linear Algebra | 3 or 4 |
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | |
| CORE | 3 | |
| TOTAL | 17 or 19 |
Sophomore Year – Spring
| Course # | Class | Credits | Total Year Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DWC 202 | Development of Western Civilization IV | 4 or 5 | |
| MTH 290 | Foundations of Higher Mathematics | 3 | |
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | ||
| CORE | 3 | ||
| CORE | 3 | ||
| TOTAL | 16 or 17 | 33 — 36 |
Junior Year – Fall
| Course # | Class | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MTH 323 | Real Analysis I | 3 |
| MTH 315 | Abstract Algebra I | 3 |
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | |
| CORE | 3 | |
| CORE | 3 | |
| TOTAL | 15 |
Junior Year – Spring
| Course # | Class | Credits | Total Year Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTH 324 or 316 or 330 | Real Analysis II or Abstract Algebra or Complex Variables | 3 | |
| MTH Elective | 3 | ||
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | ||
| CORE | 3 | ||
| CORE | 3 | ||
| TOTAL | 15 | 30 |
Senior Year – Fall
| Course # | Class | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CORE | 3 | |
| CORE | 3 | |
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | |
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | |
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | |
| TOTAL | 15 |
Senior Year – Spring
| Course # | Class | Credits | Total Year Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTH Elective | 3 | ||
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | ||
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | ||
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | ||
| FREE ELECTIVE | 3 | ||
| 15 | 30 | ||
| TOTAL PROGRAM OF STUDY CREDITS | 123 – 129 | ||
