FAQs

Can I retake my Placement Test? 

Visit the policy on placement test retakes.

Which developmental math class should I take?

Please consult your advisor.

I want to take a class, but the section I want is full. Can I still add the class?

If there is a section available at another time, try to make your schedule work with that section.

  • Honors Calculus, Math 221 & 222 – Registration for this class is controlled by the Honors College. Contact Robin Weigert.
  • Math <300 or MthStat 215 Courses – Contact the Course Coordinator.  All other Department courses, contact an Undergraduate Advisor.
I was dropped from my section for prerequisites. Why? 

The Department of Mathematical Sciences strictly enforces prerequisites for all of its lower division courses (200-level and below) and most upper division classes. The skills you acquire in a prerequisite are necessary for success in a class. If you have any questions about the prerequisites for a class contact one of the current undergraduate advisors. Should an exception be granted for an advanced course (occasionally instructor will waive a prerequisite) none of the course’s prerequisites can be taken for credit.

What’s the quickest and easiest way to contact my instructor? 

In general, contacting your instructor via email will get you the quickest response. Visit the Faculty & Staff Directory or find them on your course syllabus.

I’d like to get some help outside of class. Where can I go? 

During the fall and spring semesters, the Department of Mathematical Sciences offers academic help/ tutoring for many of our courses.

I’d like to declare a major or minor within the Department of Mathematical Sciences. Who should I talk to? 

Contact one of our undergraduate advisors.

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