ADVISING GUIDELINES FOR MATH PLACEMENT
Below are the minimum scores on the ALEKS placement exam required for entry into mathematics courses.
| Course | ALEKS Score | Course | ALEKS Score |
| MAT1033: Intermediate Algebra | 15 | MAC2233: Methods of Calculus | 35 |
| MGF1106: Math for Liberal Arts I | 25 | MAC2253: Calculus for Engineers I | 55 |
| MGF1107: Math for Liberal Arts II | 20 | MAC2311: Calculus w/Analytical Geometry I | 55 |
| MAC1105: College Algebra | 25 | MAD2104: Discrete Mathematics | 30 |
| MAC1114: Trigonometry | 40 | MAS2103: Matrix Theory | 65 |
| MAC1140: Precalculus Algebra | 40 | MAT1932: Topics in Mathematics | 20 |
| MAC1147: Precalculus Algebra and Trig. | 45 | STA2023: Introductory Statistics | 25 |
General Advising Advice
If an ALEKS score places you in a class for which you have not had the prerequisite course, please bring your ALEKS score sheet and talk to the instructor on the first day of classes. The instructor will review the sheet and advise you on the appropriate class for which to register. For course prerequisite information, look in the University Catalog, found at http://www.fau.edu/registrar/universitycatalog/welcome.php. Click on the College of Science, then Course Descriptions, and scroll down to the Mathematical Sciences section.
For specific course selection advice, refer to the information that follows on individual colleges/majors.
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College of Architecture, Urban and Public Affairs
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Majors: Architecture, Criminal Justice, Public Management, Social Work, Urban and Regional Planning
If your declared or anticipated major is listed above, the following math courses are recommended to satisfy the Core mathematics degree requirement:
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Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
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Majors: Anthropology, Art, Communication, English, History, Jewish Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Languages & Linguistics, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Social Science Sociology, Theater
If your declared or anticipated major is listed above, the following math courses are recommended to satisfy the Core mathematics degree requirement:
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Barry Kaye College of Business
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Majors: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Health Administration, Hospitality & Tourism Management, International Business & Trade, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Real Estate
If your declared or anticipated major is listed above, the following math courses are recommended to satisfy the Core mathematics degree requirement:
- MAC1105* (generally considered an elective for Business majors)
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Majors: Elementary Education, Exceptional Student Education, Exercise Science & Health Promotion, Secondary Education
If your declared or anticipated major is listed above, the following math courses are recommended to satisfy the Core mathematics degree requirement:
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College of Engineering & Computer Science
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Majors: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering
If your declared or anticipated major is listed above, the following math courses are recommended to satisfy the Core mathematics degree requirement
| *NOTE: If your math placement score is less than or equal to the minimum score for College Algebra, you should speak with an academic advisor prior to registering for any math course(s). |
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Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College
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The following mathematics courses are recommended to satisfy the Core mathematics degree requirement:
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MAC2312
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MAD2104
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MAS2103
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MAT1932
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MGF1107
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STA2023 |
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Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing
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Major: Nursing
The following mathematics courses are recommended to satisfy the Core mathematics degree requirement:
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Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
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Majors: Biological Science, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Psychobiology, Psychology, Social Psychology
The following mathematics courses are recommended to satisfy the Core mathematics degree requirement:
If you have questions or are unsure of how to interpret your math placement score, contact Freshman Academic Advising Services at:
freshmanadvising@fau.edu
