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Indiana University Online

Applied Mathematics, Undergraduate Certificate

Enhance your career with an Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Mathematics from IU Online. Designed for non-math majors, this completely online and flexible certificate prepares you for deeper mathematics study or research at graduate school or in your chosen field.

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Program quick facts

Course Delivery

100% Online

Total Credits

15

Campuses Hosting

  • East

Degree Type

Undergraduate Certificate

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Certificate Overview

Take upper-level, undergraduate applied and computational mathematics courses that go beyond the level of Calculus I, II, and III. The curriculum includes linear algebra, elementary differential equations with applications, elementary computational methods, and mathematical models and applications. You’ll also select one mathematics elective course that aligns with your specific goals.

You’ll graduate with an Indiana University certificate respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

 

To apply to this program:

  • Complete the application for admission
  • Submit high school transcript or equivalent (applicants with fewer than 12 credit hours)
  • International applicants may be asked for additional materials
  • Official university transcripts (if applicable)

Application Deadlines

This program has rolling admissions. Application review will begin upon receipt of all required application materials

Your IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Mathematics prepares you for such careers as:

  • Finance analyst
  • Business analyst
  • Programmer analyst
  • Software engineer
  • IT project manager
  • Research assistant
  • Data analyst
  • Investment analyst

To earn the Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Mathematics, you must complete 15 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

  • Applied mathematics core courses (12 credit hours)
  • Applied mathematics elective course (3 credit hours)

NOTE: Prerequisites for the Undergraduate Certificate in Applied Mathematics include Calculus I, II, and III.

Core
Core Classes for the Applied Mathematics Undergrad Certificate
Course Number Course Name Credits

MATH-M 303

Linear Algebra for Undergraduates

3 Credits

MATH-M 313

Elementary Differential Equations with Applications

3 Credits

MATH-M 371

Elementary Computational Methods

3 Credits

MATH-M 447

Mathematical Models and Applications

3 Credits
Elective
Elective Classes for the Applied Mathematics Undergrad Certificate
Course Number Course Name Credits

MATH-M 366

Elements of Statistical Inference

3 Credits

MATH-M 448

Mathematical Models and Applications

3 Credits

MATH-M 463

Introduction to Probability Theory

3 Credits

MATH-M 466

Introduction to Mathematical Statistics

3 Credits

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Program cost information

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Note: This program is not eligible for financial aid.

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