Mathematics Department DePauw University
mail 602 S. College Avenue
Greencastle, IN 46135
TEL: (765) 658-4600 FAX: (765) 658-6084
Mathematics Department
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The study of mathematics encourages the development of skills in analytical thinking and problem solving that have wide applicability.
Students who graduate with a major in the department have continued their educations in fields as disparate as mathematics, computer science, physics, operations research, law, business, music, religion, dentistry and medicine, while others have accepted employment in a wide variety of occupations. The department has a long tradition of successfully preparing students for the actuarial profession.
A major and minor is offered in Mathematics. The basic sequence of courses for Mathematics majors is MATH 151, 152, 223, 251 and 270. Advanced placement and credit can be granted for satisfactory performance on national or departmental examinations.
Students preparing for secondary teaching: review Section V, Teacher Education, and confer with the chair of the education department about requirements for admission and certification.
