Bachelor of Science [B.S] Mathematics

at California State University - San Marcos

• Applicants must be a high school/secondary school graduate or equivalent
• Equivalent of a "C+" (2.5) grade point average is required
• Applicants must complete, with grades of C- or better, a comprehensive pattern of college preparatory study totaling 15 units. A “unit” is one year of study in high school
• 2 years of social science, including 1 year of U.S. history, or U.S. history and government
• 4 years of English
• 3 years of math (algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra; four years recommended)
• 2 years of laboratory science (1 biological and 1 physical, both must include laboratory instruction)
• 2 years in the same foreign language (subject to waiver for applicants demonstrating equivalent competence)
• 1 year of visual and performing arts: art, dance, drama/theater, or music
• 1 year of electives: selected from English, advanced mathematics, social science, history, laboratory science, foreign language, visual and performing arts, or other courses approved and included on the UC/CSU “a-g” list

The cost of studying at California State University - San Marcos varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay $19,619 annually, to study in California State University - San Marcos.

Opportunities for graduates in mathematics are as diverse as they are plentiful. Mathematicians are sought by universities, governmental agencies, and private industries, and they contribute in direct and fundamental ways to human activity. Mathematics majors can pursue a career in the teaching of mathematics at the college, high school, or middle school levels. Medical schools, law schools, graduate schools, and employers in fields such as economics, accounting, management sciences, mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, computer science, statistics, and communication seek graduates in mathematics. The degree program at Cal State San Marcos prepares its mathematics majors to meet any of these challenges.