B.S. Mathematics Program Map

Traditional Concentration
Traditional mathematics offers students a broad background in mathematics and is principally designed to prepare students for graduate study in pure or applied mathematics.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
42
Major Credit Hours
18
Elective Credit Hours
- Plan Your Degree
- Crush Your Course
- Find Your Place
- Broaden Your Perspectives
- Connect Off-Campus
- Take Care of Yourself
- Pave Your Path
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
Course Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
A1: ENGL 1101
English Composition 1 |
3 |
A2: MATH 1113
Precalculus |
4 |
B2: XIDS 2002
(Recommended) First-Year Seminar |
2 |
E1: HIST 1111 OR 1112
World History |
3 |
D1: Science + Lab | 4 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 with a C or better.
- Complete MATH 1113 with a C or better.
Course Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
A1: ENGL 1102
English Composition 2 |
3 |
D2: MATH 1634
Calculus 1 |
4 |
MATH 2009
Sophomore Seminar |
1 |
F: CS 1300
Introduction to Computer Science |
4 |
E2: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete A1 requirement.
- Complete MATH 1634 with a C or better.
16 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 31 Credit Hours
Course Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
F: MATH 2644
Calculus 2 |
4 |
F: MATH 2853
Elementary Linear Algebra |
3 |
CS 1301
Computer Science 1 |
4 |
B1: Written and Oral Communication | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete Calculus 2 and CS requirement.
- Complete MATH 2644 with a C or better.
Course Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
F: MATH 2654
Calculus 3 |
4 |
MATH 3003
Transition to Advanced Mathematics |
3 |
MATH 4203
Mathematical Probability |
3 |
D1: Science + Lab | 4 |
Milestone:
- Complete Calculus sequence & D1 requirement.
14 Fall Credit Hours + 14 Spring Credit Hours = 28 Credit Hours
Course Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
MATH 3243
Advanced Calculus |
3 |
MATH 4043
Number Theory |
3 |
MATH Course
4000-level Math Course |
3 |
E4: Social Science | 3 |
C2: Humanities | 3 |
Course Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
MATH 4233
College Geometry |
3 |
MATH 4253
Real Analysis |
3 |
MATH 4513
Linear Algebra 1 |
3 |
Elective | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Course Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
E3: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
MATH 4353
Complex Analysis |
3 |
MATH 4413
Abstract Algebra 1 |
3 |
MATH Course
4000-level Math Course |
3 |
MATH Course
4000-level Math Course |
3 |
Course Name | Credit Hours |
---|---|
MATH 4983
Senior Project |
1 |
C1: Fine Arts | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Elective | 3 |
Milestone:
- Complete 120-hour credit requirement.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 16 Spring Credit Hours = 31 Credit Hours
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Focus on the core courses to build your foundation.
- Take MATH 1113 and 1634 right away.
- Complete ENGL 1101 and 1102.
Middle Years:
- Complete MATH 2644, 2853, 3003 so that you are able to take advanced math courses.
- Identify and take courses in the track of your major.
- Complete other core courses.
Last Year:
- Complete other major courses that fit with your career goals and elective in other disciplines.
- Complete the required senior project.
- Explore internship opportunities.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Explore campus resources, including the Writing Center, STEM Tutoring Center, etc.
- Explore clubs and organizations that are available to you.
- Visit the Office of Undergraduate Research.
Middle Years:
- Discuss career tracks with your faculty mentor.
- Explore summer REU programs and other undergraduate research opportunities with faculty members.
- Attend events organized by Math Club.
- Attend UWG Scholars’ Day.
Last Year:
- Hone your leadership skills in clubs/organizations.
- Ask about undergraduate research conference and presentation opportunities.
- Explore job opportunities and/or apply to graduate school.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Explore diversity, equity, and inclusion resources and opportunities across campus.
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- In a student organization? Suggest you all complete an implicit bias workshop.
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Complete an internship in your field.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest.
- Explore career shadowing opportunities.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit the UWG Wellness Hub to find all the resources available to you!
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy.
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Office of Career and Graduate School Connections.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Years:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
Careers

Career Opportunities
This degree can help you get work as the following:
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