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Department of Mathematics

Minor in Mathematics

Students on Summer 2020, Fall 2020, or Spring 2021 requirements MATHMIN

The Minor in Mathematics is intended for students interested in the logical thinking and problem solving skills that are gained in studying mathematics. This minor provides students with mathematical preparation that may be applied to their major field of study and that may enhance their career preparation.

Requirements

The minor requires at least 16 credit hours, including the requirements listed below.
  1. Calculus I. One (1) course:
    • MATH-M 211 Calculus I
    • MATH-S 211
  2. Calculus II. One (1) course:
    • MATH-M 212 Calculus II
    • MATH-S 212 Honors Calculus II
  3. Electives. Additional courses, with approval of the director of undergraduate studies for Mathematics, to fulfill remaining requirements:
    • Any MATH-M 300–399 except MATH-M 333; MATH-M 347
    • Any MATH-M 400–499
    • Any MATH-S 300–399
    • Any MATH-S 400–499
    • Any MATH-T 300–399
    • Any MATH-T 400–499
  4. Minor GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
    1. Minor GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the minor—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
    2. Minor Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the minor.
    3. Minor Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 9 credit hours in the minor must be completed at the 300–499 level.
    4. Minor Residency. At least 9 credit hours in the minor must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.