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Transfer Planning for Mathematics

Transfer Planning for Mathematics, B.A. or B.S.

SUNY Cortland recommends that students complete the following courses prior to transfer. The transfer credit limit from a 2-year college is 64 credits. Of those, 18 major-required credits can be transferred. Students who complete their General Education requirements prior to transfer will have their General Education requirements met at SUNY Cortland.

SUNY General Education

Cortland Degree Requirements

Complete at current college

Communication 1 (GEC1): CPN 100 Writing Studies I

________ (GE required)

Communication 2 (GEC2): CPN 101 Writing Studies II

________ (GE required)

Communication – Presentation (GECP):

________ (GE required)

Diversity: Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (GEDI):

________ (GE required)

Mathematics (GEMA): MAT 135 Calculus I (4 cr.)

________ (GE & major required)

Natural Sciences (GENS) (4-8 cr.):
Choose 1 course for B.A. & 2 courses for B.S.:
CHE 227 & 277 General Chemistry I with lab (4 cr.)
CHE 228 & 278 General Chemistry II with lab (4 cr.)
GLY 261 Physical Geology (4 cr.)
PHY 201 Principles of Physics I (4 cr.)
PHY 202 Principles of Physics II (4 cr.)
PHY 150 Astronomy & PHY 151 (4 cr.)


(GE, B.A. & B.S., & major required)
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Humanities (GEHU):

__________________

Social Sciences (GESS):

__________________

The Arts (GEAR):

__________________

US History & Civic Engagement (GEUS):

__________________

World History & Global Awareness (GEWH):

__________________

World Languages (GEWL): (Sign language is acceptable)

________ Level I (required for B.S.)

________ Level II (required for B.A.)

________ Level III (required for B.A.)

________ Level IV (required for B.A.)

Additional Major-Requirements

Cortland Major Requirements

Complete at current college

MAT 236 Calculus II (4 cr.)

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MAT 237 Calculus III (4 cr.)

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MAT 272 Linear Algebra OR MAT 336 Differential Equations

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MCS 186 Introductory Programming

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*For more information about transfer equivalencies, please visit SUNY Transfer Path.

Mathematics

School of Arts and Sciences

The program requirements pertain to the Undergraduate Catalog and are intended as a guide for academic planning. Students currently on SUNY campuses should consult their academic advisor for additional choices in general education categories when any course is recommended.

  • To view all required courses for the program and Cortland’s General Education courses, see the most current undergraduate Catalog.
  • Use the transfer equivalency tables to choose equivalents at your transfer college.
  • If you plan to transfer before you complete your associate’s degree, you can still earn your degree via Reverse Transfer.

About Mathematics

Mathematicians think critically, reason logically and solve problems. These are skills that many employers find highly desirable, but it is not all about jobs and money. Mathematics is a natural human activity practiced by many cultures for thousands of years. Our primary aim is to give you a solid foundation in mathematics that will help you appreciate its power, beauty and usefulness.

Career Potential

  • Actuary
  • Cryptologist
  • Computer analyst
  • Statistician

What Will I Learn?

The required math courses are designed to give you a solid foundation. There is plenty of room in the program for elective math and non-math courses that interest you. That being said, picking up at least one minor in a math-related field is strongly encouraged. If you choose to pursue the B.S., you also will be taking classes in applied sciences.

Applying to Cortland

  • SUNY Cortland accepts the Common Application and the SUNY Online application. Choose just one way to apply; both require a $50 non-refundable application fee.
  • If you apply to Cortland using the SUNY application, SUNY will waive the $50 application fee for transfer students graduating with an associate degree from a SUNY or CUNY college, who apply directly to Cortland for baccalaureate programs.
  • Fall applicants should apply by June 1. Spring applications should apply by November 1.
  • After applying, students must send transcripts from all colleges attended and a high school transcript.