Mathematics, A.S.
Think Deeply. Solve Confidently.
If numbers, logic, and problem‑solving excite you, the Mathematics A.S. degree can open doors—to advanced studies, STEM careers, or technical roles that value strong analytical skills. This STEM program is built to transfer to four‑year institutions for mathematics, engineering, business, economics, or related majors.
Transfer with Confidence
Your Degree = Junior Standing at a PASSHE University
Complete this associate degree and transfer seamlessly into a bachelor’s program at
any Pennsylvania State System (PASSHE) university. Thanks to statewide Program-to-Program
(P2P) agreements, you’ll enter with junior-level standing—saving time and money.
What You’ll Learn
- Use technology tools in mathematics to model, graph, and analyze functions
- Solve differentiation and integration problems and apply them to real‑world settings
- Work with vector spaces and systems through linear algebra
- Apply calculus concepts both analytically and graphically
- Learn teamwork and communication skills by tackling mathematical applications collaboratively
Program Requirements
This associate degree requires 60 credits, typically completed over four semesters of full‑time study. Courses include calculus & analytic geometry I‑III, differential equations, linear algebra, physics, programming, and general education.
Visit the academic catalog for a full list of required courses by semester:
Where This Degree Can Take You
This program prepares you to transfer into bachelor’s degree programs in mathematics, engineering, physics, economics, or business—fields that rely heavily on quantitative reasoning and theoretical foundations.
With a bachelor’s degree (or beyond), graduates may pursue paths such as:
- Math Professor or Educator
- Data Analyst or Statistician
- Actuary or Risk Analyst
- Operations Research Analyst
- Financial Quant Analyst
- Technical or Engineering Analyst
Possible employment settings include:
- Research institutions and labs
- Technology and engineering firms
- Financial institutions and insurance companies
- Government agencies conducting statistical analyses or modeling
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