Department of Mathematics and Physics
College of Science & Technology
The Department of Mathematics and Physics provides programs of the highest quality leading to bachelor's degrees in mathematics, secondary mathematics education, or secondary physics education. The department has a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and offers a wide range of courses in pure and applied mathematics, statistics, mathematics education, and physics.
We focus on preparing our students for careers or graduate study in mathematical fields, including secondary mathematics teaching, pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics and actuarial science. We also serve the broader university community by providing a full range of introductory through advanced mathematics and physics courses that support students students from all majors at varying mathematical levels.
The Department of Mathematics and Physics at Millersville University offers the following four-year degrees:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics
- Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.Ed.) in Mathematics [Secondary Mathematics Education]
- Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.Ed.) in Physics [Secondary Physics Education]
Within each of first three major programs, a student may elect the Actuarial Science Option or Statistics Option. Within the B.S. program, there is also an Option in Applied Mathematics. Also, within each of the programs, a student may opt to complete a Departmental Honors Thesis.
The department also offers a Minor in Mathematics, a Minor in Statistics, and a Minor in Physics. A minor in mathematics, statistics, or physics enhances your resume, increases your skill set, and expands the range of subjects one can teach if you are interested in teaching. The minor may only require 3 courses in addition to the ones already required by your major, and pairs especially well with any of the following majors: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Meteorology, Accounting, Economics, Finance, and Management.
Mathematics at Millersville University
Check out what mathematics looks like at Millersville University!
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What to do if the class you want is full
- Please note that if you're trying to register for a math course but the section you want is closed, the individual instructors are not permitted to give overrides for math courses.
- Please register for the waitlist for a course to make your request known.
- You must keep an eye on your email for notification from the registrar's office if a space opens up as you only have 24 hours from the time the email is SENT to register for the course or the seat will be offered to someone else.
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Current Events
- Math Placement Testing through ALEKS is always available online. The link for ALEKS is at the bottom of the placementtest
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Contact Information
Location:
Wickersham Hall, Room 208Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:00pmPhone:
(717) 871-7668Email:
math@millersville.eduMailing Address:
Department of Mathematics
Millersville University
P.O. Box 1002
Millersville, PA 17551-0302 -
Calculator Policy
Some math courses require the purchase of a graphing calculator. The department supports the TI 83, 84, 85, and 86. Students should be aware that instructors may not be able to help them operate other calculators, and that other calculators may not contain the functions necessary to perform course work.
Some instructors may, at certain times, prohibit the use of calculators with symbolic mathematics capabilities such as the TI-89 or TI-92, even though ordinary graphing calculators are allowed. Students who purchase calculators with symbolic capabilities should be prepared to deal with these restrictions.
If you have any questions, please contact your instructor.