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Mathematics Placement

Information related to course placement in mathematics includes the following:

Mathematics Placement Tests

The Department of Mathematics will administer Mathematics Placement Tests to all incoming students who do not have college-level credit in mathematics. There are two readiness tests: algebra and calculus. Readiness test scores will be used for course placement. Take the readiness test that is most appropriate for your abilities and/or mathematics course needed for your major.

Course Placement Appropriate Mathematics Placement Test

Math 101 - Elementary Algebra
Math 102 - Intermediate Algebra

Algebra Readiness

Math 103 - College Algebra
Math 104 - Finite Mathematics

Algebra OR Calculus Readiness

Math 105 - Trigonometry
Math 107 - Precalculus
Math 146 - Applied Calculus I
Math 165 - Calculus I

Calculus Readiness

Register for the appropriate course based on the Mathematics Placement Test score. You will be asked to drop any higher level courses.

If you have questions, please call the Department of Mathematics at 231-8171.

MATH 101 and MATH 102

Availability of the class is dependent upon enrollment. Please note that the course will count toward credit totals for financial aid, but not toward the total credits required for graduation. These courses are not subject to the tuition cap.


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