Mathematics Education
Undergraduate Program Information
Doug Griffin, Undergraduate Coordinator (E-mail)
Effective Spring 2010, mathematics education will be a restricted major with only 25 students admitted per semester. |
All students must meet the following minimum qualifications to apply: overall grade point average of 2.75, grade of C or better in MATH 2250, 2260, 3000, 3200, and documented completion at least 30 clock hours of tutoring students in the mathematics of grades 6-12 in a structured setting. All students meeting these requirements will then be ranked using the following formula: grade in MATH 2250 (Calculus I) x 5 + grade in MATH 2260 (Calculus II) x 5 + grade in MATH 3000 (Linear Algebra) x 5 + grade in MATH 3200 (Introduction to Higher Mathematics) x 5 + overall grade point average x 5. A minimum of 57.25 points is required to be considered for admission. Students who have at least 57.25 points will then be rank ordered, and the 25 students having the highest point totals will be admitted to the program each semester. In the event of a tie, we will admit 26 students. A student who has been admitted for a given semester and is unable to enroll due to an emergency will automatically be allowed into the next cohort s/he is able to join. Students can reapply as many times as they wish.
Program Summary
The Mathematics & Science Education Department at the University of Georgia offers a nationally accredited program preparing students to teach mathematics in secondary school (grades 6-12). The program emphasizes a blend of mathematical studies, professional studies, and practical experiences in schools. Students will be acquainted with the latest developments in curriculum and instruction, including instructional technology. Graduates of the program receive the Bachelor of Science in Education degree and are eligible for a initial certification in Georgia.
The department also offers pre-service and in-service courses for students who specialize in middle school or elementary school education.
The Program of Study:
The Core Program (Freshman and Sophomore years)
Teaching Field (Junior and Senior years)
Professional Education (Junior and Senior years)
New: The Dual Program in Mathematics / Mathematics Education (BS / BSEd)
General Electives
Six hours of general electives may be taken. Mathematics courses below MATH 1113 can only be used as electives.
Checkpoints
- Admission to major: Completion of MATH 2250 and 2260; overall GPA of at least 2.5
- Pre-requisite for EMAT 3500 and 4680: Completion of MATH 3000 and 3200
- Pre-requisite for EMAT 4360 and 5360: Admission to Teacher Education (TE).
- A minimum grade of C is required for all mathematics, mathematics education, and the general education courses EFND 2030, EPSY 2020, SPED 2000.
- Two lab sciences are required, and a 2.5 or better GPA must be maintained.
- A Georgia certification test, in addition to graduation, is required for certification.
Financial Aid
The HOPE scholarship is available to eligible Georgia residents. See Ms. Kate Character, G10 Aderhold, for information. For more information about scholarships, grants, student loans, and work-study programs, contact the Financial Aid Office at (706)542-6147.
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