Minor in Mathematics


Mathematical reasoning is essential in the natural and social sciences, engineering, finance, and computer science.

Our Mathematics Minor strengthens your main academic interests by giving you astrong background in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and mathematical computing. Combiningyour quantitative skills with a math minor will enhance your future marketability in whatever career youpursue.

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Mathematics Department

Samuelson Hall Rm. 208

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What You'll Study

Academic Catalog | Mathematics Department Website

 

Courses


  • MATH 172 - Calculus I 
  • MATH 173 - Calculus II 

Department-Approved Electives


  • MATH 211 - Statistical Concepts and Methods
  • MATH 260 - Sets and Logic
  • MATH 265 - Linear Algebra I 
  • MATH 272 - Multivariable Calculus I 
  • MATH 273 - Multivariable Calculus II 
  • MATH 309 - Mathematical Computing
  • MATH 314 - Probability and Statistics 
  • MATH 330 - Discrete Mathematics
  • MATH 335 - Combinatorics and Graph Theory 
  • MATH 376 - Differential Equations I 
  • MATH 377 - Differential Equations II

 

Enhance Your Major

The Mathematics Minor at CWU complements a wide range of majors, providing additional analytical and problem-solving skills.

Flexible Curriculum

Offers a customizable course selection that allows you to tailor your minor to fit your specific interests and career goals.

Skill Development

Develop critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and logical reasoning skills that are highly valued across various fields.

Career Advantage

Strengthen your resume and improve job prospects by gaining a solid foundation in mathematics, which is applicable in numerous industries

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Why Study Mathematics at Central?


  • Experience the Pacific Northwest’s best-in-class programs with high post-graduation employment rates including actuarial science and teaching science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
  • Our faculty are more than just instructors, they are industry experts who can provide real-world knowledge that drives practical skill building.
  • Experience personalized guidance and mentorship from our close-knit department and small class sizes with upper-level math courses having only 20-25 students.
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