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Mathematics AS

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50% or more of this program can be completed online.

Prepare for a future solving problems with math

An associate’s degree in mathematics from Jefferson is a great starting point for students who want to pursue a bachelor’s degree in math, statistics, education, information technology, or other fields. 

Take your first two years on our campus before transferring to a SUNY four-year or private institution. You’ll graduate from Jefferson having completed general education requirements plus computer science, foundational math - the calculus sequence, and science classes, ready to earn a bachelor’s degree in just two more years.

Mathematics A.S. students should have completed four years of high school math, four years of laboratory sciences, and four years of English.

This program offers:

  • Opportunities for research at Jefferson’s Center for Community Studies
  • Strong foundation for further study in math, science, and related fields
  • Cost savings on general education and introductory math and science classes

Solve real-world problems in business, health care, engineering, and more

Mathematics graduates have their choice of lucrative careers after completing bachelor’s degree at accredited colleges or universities. In fact, the need for mathematicians—especially those who go on to earn master’s degrees—is expected to grow by more than 30 percent over the next decade. 

As a Jefferson Mathematics A.S. student, you’ll learn to analyze and interpret data, find patterns, calculate risks, and solve real-world problems for businesses, government, health care, and more. Choose from careers including risk management, statistics, financial analysis, data science, actuarial science, cost estimating, and auditing.

Learn to analyze, calculate, and present arguments with data

When you complete the Mathematics A.S. degree you will be able to:

  • Demonstrate fundamental techniques and methods used in calculus, probability and statistics
  • Demonstrate a depth of knowledge in mathematical topics outside of the Calculus sequence
  • Use scientific methods like observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and mathematical analysis to explore and solve problems

Contact Enrollment Services for Application and Admissions Information

Jules Center 6-010 (ground level)
admissions@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2437, fax (315) 786-2471 or toll free (888) 435-6522

8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Friday

 

Transfer to the bachelor’s program of your choice

Complete a Mathematics A.S. and choose from a wide range of transfer opportunities, including SUNY Binghamton, SUNY Brockport, SUNY Oswego, SUNY Plattsburgh, SUNY Potsdam, and Syracuse University.

 

“I tell my students that you can’t plan for everything in your life, but let life lead you where you’re supposed to be and to have an open mind.”Tim Grosse
Professor of Mathematics

Suggested 4-Semester Pathway

The four-semester pathway is intended for the typical college-ready student. Always look at placement scores, AP, and previous college credits to ensure proper placement in the first and subsequent semesters.

Semester 2
Semester 2 Credit Hours
ENG 102: Literature and Composition 3
Humanities Elective / Social Science Elective 2 3
MTH 222: Calculus 2 4
Natural Science Elective 1 4
Free Elective - (3 credits if INT 111 not needed) 2
Semester Credit Hours: 16
Semester 3
Semester 3 Credit Hours
MTH 231: Discrete Mathematics or MTH 242: Differential Equations or higher  3
Restricted Elective 3 3
Humanities Elective / Social Science Elective 2 3
Restricted Elective 4  3
Social Science Elective 3
Physical Education 1
Semester Credit Hours: 16
Semester 4
Semester 4 Credit Hours
MTH 241: Calculus 3 4
MTH 245: Linear Algebra or MTH 184: Mathematical Probability and Statistics 2 5 3
Humanities Elective / Social Science Elective 2 3
Restricted Elective 4 3
Physical Education 1
Semester Credit Hours: 14


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Degree requirements for Mathematics A.S.

College Foundations
College Foundations Credit Hours
INT 111: College Foundations 1

Major Course Requirements (21 credit hours)
Major Course Requirements (21 credit hours) Credit Hours
MTH 174: Probability and Statistics 1 3
MTH 221: Calculus 1 4
MTH 222: Calculus 2 4
MTH 241: Calculus 3 4
MTH 242: Differential Equations or MTH 245: Linea Algebra 3
MTH 184: Probability and Statistics 2 or MTH 231: Discrete Mathematics or MTH 242 or higher 3
Computer Science Requirements (3 credit hours)
Computer Science Requirements (3 credit hours) Credit Hours
CIS 116: Introductory Programming or CIS 114: Introduction to Statistical Programming in R 3
Liberal Arts Requirements (26 credit hours)
Liberal Arts Requirements (26 credit hours) Credit Hours
Natural Science Electives (2 courses):  Choose two of the following: BIO 131, BIO 132, BIO 202, BIO 217, BIO 218, BIO 251, BIO 252, CHE 131, CHE 132, CHE 211, CHE 212, GEO 131, GEO 132, GEO 141 8
ENG 101: Research and Composition 3
ENG 102: Literature and Composition 3
Social Science Elective 3
Humanities/Social Science Electives (3 courses) 9
Elective Requirements
Elective Requirements (9 credit hours) Credit Hours
Restricted Elective: 
Choose one course from the following: MTH 184, MTH 231, MTH 242 or higher, PHY 131 or higher, SCI 199, BIO 200, BIO 201, CHE 215, or CIS 216  		 3
Restricted Electives: Courses must be chosen from the following: MTH 148, MTH 149, MTH 184, MTH 231 or higher, Natural Science Courses 131 or higher, any social science course, any humanities course except ENG 100 and ENG 107, BUS 112 or higher excluding BUS 116, ACC 101 or higher, CIS 114 or higher, EDU 210, or ENS 101 or higher    6
Free Elective 3
Physical Education Requirements (2 credit hours)
Physical Education Requirements (2 credit hours) Credit Hours
Physical Education 2

 Total Credit Hours 64

Advising Notes
Advising Notes:  
1 Choose two of the following: BIO 131, BIO 132, BIO 202, BIO 217, BIO 218, BIO 251,  BIO 252, CHE 131, CHE 132, CHE 211, CHE 212, GEO 131, GEO 132, GEO 141, GEO 144, PHY 131, PHY 132, PHY 143, PHY 144, PHY 145, SCI 199; at least one course must be selected from the area of Natural Sciences and Scientific Reasoning in the SUNY General Education Course Listing.  
2 Courses must be Humanities or Social Science electives selected from two different areas in the SUNY General Education Course Listing for Social Sciences, The Arts, U.S. History and Civic Engagement, World History and Global Awareness, World Languages. One course must be an elective selected from the area of Diversity: Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice in the SUNY General Education Course Listing. One course must be an elective selected from the listing of courses satisfying Civic Discourse in the SUNY General Education Course Listing.  
3 Choose one course from the following: MTH 184, MTH 231, MTH 242 or higher, PHY 131 or higher, SCI 199, BIO 200, BIO 201, CHE 215, or CIS 216   
4 Courses must be chosen from the following: MTH 148, MTH 149, MTH 184, MTH 231 or higher, Natural Science Courses 131 or higher, any social science course, any humanities course except ENG 100 and ENG 107, BUS 112 or higher excluding BUS 116, ACC 101 or higher, CIS 114 or higher, EDU 210, or ENS 101 or higher    
5 If MTH 242 has not been taken, then MTH 245 must be chosen.  

Program Contacts

Jack Donato

Professor of Computer Science
jdonato@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2455

Timothy Grosse

Professor of Mathematics
tgrosse@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2451

Donna Stevenson

AVP of STEM, Health Professions, & Business
dstevenson@sunyjefferson.edu
(315) 786-2323

 

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