Program Overview:
The School of Mathematics & Sciences spans a wide range in disciplines, from the lab-based physical sciences, to mathematics and computer science, to the social sciences. The School’s twenty academic programs offer students a great deal of opportunities for study, research, and field-based practice. Included in these programs are majors designed to prepare graduates to teach high school level biology, chemistry, and earth science. Our location in the Capital District offers abundant opportunities for internships in laboratory science, computer science, and technology, along with such social service areas as mental health counseling, social work, and criminal justice/forensics. Opportunities also exist throughout the School’s programs for independent research, often carried out alongside faculty mentors. This combination of classroom, lab, and field-based education prepares our students quite well for further graduate study, medical, dental, or veterinary school, or for careers in their chosen professions.
The Mathematics program provides the conceptual and technical education that students need to compete in our highly technological society. Our programs prepare students for opportunities in industry, government work, or for graduate studies.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in every course required for their major. A grade below a C means that the student must repeat the course at Saint Rose until a grade of C or better results.
Students do not have to repeat an elective MAT course, provided that their cumulative index in mathematics courses is 2.0 or better before graduation.
At least two Upper Division elective courses (MAT 319, MAT 320, MAT 330, MAT 340, MAT 370, MAT 373, MAT 420, MAT 430, MAT 480, and MAT 482) are offered each semester according to faculty availability and student needs.
The faculty of the Mathematics Department builds mentoring relationships with students through support of student research, small class sizes, and informal meetings and discussions with students.
Program Contacts:
To email Department Chair,
Dr. Joanne Powers, Mathematics Department
Program Webpage:
Mathematics, BA
Program Requirements:
Major in Mathematics (47 credits)
Internship/Field Experiences/Service:
All students are encouraged to complete an internship tailored to their specific interests in mathematics. The faculty of the Mathematics Department builds mentoring relationships with students through support of student research, small class sizes, and informal meetings and discussions with student. Faculty members belong to professional organizations including Mathematical Association of America, Association of Women in Mathematics, American Mathematical Society, and the Society for Mathematical Biology.
Career Opportunities and Graduate Study:
A degree in mathematics allows a wide range of professional career choices, and, because of the pervasive nature of mathematics, is strong preparation for employment in industry, government, or financial fields. The Mathematics program provides opportunities to obtain the knowledge and skills needed for a career as a businessperson, cost estimator, banker, statistician, actuary, computer systems analyst, or engineer.
Courses in various levels Analysis, Advanced Algebra, Probability and Statistics, Computer Programming, and Geometry, among many others, will prepare the student for graduate school and/or careers in many areas.
All students are encouraged to complete an internship tailored to their specific interests in mathematics.
Professional Accreditation:
The College of Saint Rose, sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Albany Province, is chartered by the Board of Regents of New York State. All of its degrees and programs are registered and its professional programs fully approved by the Board of Regents through the New York State Education Department.
The College of Saint Rose is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267-284-5000) The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. http://www.msche.org.
Minor(s):
Students in the Mathematics program are encouraged to obtain a minor in an additional area such as Business, Computer Science, or Physics. A 3+2 option for pre-engineering is also available.
Complete minors listing
Admissions and Financial Aid Information:
The Undergraduate Admissions Office begins review of Freshman applications each fall in late September for the following Fall. Students are encouraged to submit a complete an application as early as November. The Admissions Team will return a decision on complete applications within just three weeks. The College awards academic scholarships at the same time.
What Makes an Application Complete
- Online or Paper application (fee waived for online applicants!)
- Official High School Transcripts
- Official Transcripts for any College Level Courses
- SAT or ACT scores (See Test Optional FAQ's)
- Letter of Recommendation from a Counselor or Teacher
- Essay or Graded Paper
- Applicants may also apply via the Common Application Online.
- Art applicants are required to complete a portfolio review.
Admissions contact information (telephone number, admissions web pages)
Scholarships and Financial Aid
See Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid section for more information.
The Bottom Line
The total cost of The College of Saint Rose (including tuition, fees, room and board) is one of the lowest of any private college in the Northeast, and we still award more than $25 million in Saint Rose scholarships, grants and financial aid.
Take a look at our bottom line, and view a cost comparison with a four-year public institution.
More about Financial Aid
Financial Aid is defined as any grant, scholarship, loan, or employment opportunity given with the express purpose of assisting you with education-related expenses to make you education affordable. Financial Aid is awarded on the basis of student need and the availability of funds.
The Admission and Financial Aid teams have designed a Guide to Scholarships and Financial Aid to help prospective students and families get to the bottom line and find that The College of Saint Rose is one of the lowest of any private college in the Northeast--while maintaining powerful academic opportunities.
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