Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics

The fundamental aim of the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Mathematics Degree is to provide students with a broad foundation in mathematics and the mathematical reasoning needed to pursue an interest in a specific field of intellectually activity outside of mathematics. The BS in Applied Mathematics gives students the tools to combine mathematics with another quantitatively rich subject area that is directly concerned with applications, such as the sciences, economics, or engineering. The BS in Applied Mathematics is recommended for those students who intend to pursue a career in a field that requires advanced mathematical training, often beyond an undergraduate degree. Such students are likely to continue their mathematical studies in a Phd or Master's program. The degree requires from 51 to 52 credit hours of course work.

Note: The degree was updated in Fall 2021. Students who matriculated at SUNY Geneseo prior to Fall 2021, have the option of using the degree requirements listed below or the previous version of these degree requirements, which can be found here: BS in Applied Mathematics (prior to Fall 2021).

Basic Requirements:

(33-34 credits) The following courses are required of all students seeking a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics Degree.

* Students may also satisfy this programming requirement by taking PHYS 261 and one of MATH 345, 382, 384, or 385.
** All students should consult with their advisors or the department chair for other options.

Additional Requirements

(18 credits) Six courses from the 300 level mathematics course offerings, chosen in consultation with the faculty advisor. Four of these must be chosen from two of the areas below. Select two of the following areas and take two of the courses listed for the area.***

Choose 2 of the following 5 options***:

^† MATH 303 and MATH 304 cannot both be counted toward the Computing area.
*** A course within the additional requirements may be replaced by a chair-approved course offering of MATH 380 with the appropriate content.

Minimum Competence Requirement

A grade of C- or better is required for ALL courses listed as Basic Requirements and Additional Requirements submitted in fulfillment of the Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics degree. Students may not enroll in any course having prerequisites unless the minimum grade of C- has been earned in the prerequisites or unless special permission has been granted in writing by the Chair of the Mathematics Department. Prerequisite courses may not be taken after successful completion of any subsequent course.

Total Credits Required for the Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics degree: 51-52