• Course Delivery
    100% Online
  • Total Credits
    120
  • In-State Tuition Per Credit
    $249.73
  • Out of State Tuition Per Credit
    $365.31

Natural Science and Mathematics, BA | (Mathematics )

Bachelor Of Arts

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The IU Online Bachelor of Arts in Natural Science and Mathematics is a flexible degree requiring 30 credit hours in mathematics and a range of liberal arts courses, including two semesters of a foreign language.* The common core curriculum consists of courses in calculus, proof techniques, and the history of mathematics. You choose additional math courses with the help of an advisor. You explore a broad view of society and culture. You learn to think logically, read and write articulately and analytically, solve quantitative problems, and recognize, analyze, and interpret data.

*Please note that students in this program have fewer required math courses than those pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics.

Your IU Online BA in Natural Science and Mathematics prepares you for such careers as:

  • Mathematics teacher (K-12) 
  • Mathematics instructor (community college) 
  • Economist 
  • Financial manager 
  • Banker  

Degree Requirements 

To graduate with the BA in Natural Science and Mathematics, you must complete a total of 120 credit hours. You may be able to transfer an associate degree or up to 64 credit hours from a regionally accredited two-year college and up to 90 credit hours from a regionally accredited four-year college or university.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

  • General education courses (36-39 credit hours) 
  • Mathematics core courses (30 credit hours) 
  • Foreign language courses (6-8 credit hours) 
  • General elective courses (as needed to total 120 credit hours)  

IU Online provides friendly services and resources to help you succeed.

Admissions

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

  1. Admissions requirements vary.

NOTE: This program is authorized, exempt, or not subject to state regulatory compliance and may enroll students from all 50 states.


To apply to this program:

  • Complete application for admission.  
  • Submit high school transcript or equivalent (applicants with fewer than 12 credit hours).  
  • International applicants may be asked for additional materials.  
  • Submit official transcripts to applynow@iue.edu or:   
         Office of Admissions
         Indiana University East
         Whitewater Hall, Room 151
         2325 Chester Boulevard
         Richmond, IN 47374-1289

Courses

Core
MATH-M 215Calculus I5 Credits
MATH-M 216Calculus II5 Credits
MATH-M 311Calculus III3 Credits
MATH-M 380History of Math3 Credits
MATH-M 393Bridge to Abstract Math3 Credits

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Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents
  • Per Credit Hour
  • Tuition: $249.73
  • 3 Credit Hours
  • Tuition: $749.19
Note:  Additional fees will apply.
Cost for Out of State Residents
  • Per Credit Hour
  • Tuition: $365.31
  • 3 Credit Hours
  • Tuition: $1095.93
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