Wondering which math course to start in?

MTH 70 "Elementary Algebra" may be right for you if . . .

  • You had 0-1 years of high school algebra, or
  • You have not been in a math course for quite a while and want to start at the beginning of algebra, or
  • The placement questions indicate you should start at MTH 70

 

MTH 95 "Intermediate Algebra" may be right for you if . . .

  • You had 1-2 years of high school algebra, or
  • You need to review some algebra skills before beginning college level math, or
  • The placement questions indicate you should start at MTH 95

 

MTH 105 "Excursions in Math" may be right for you if . . .

  • You successfully completed two years of high school algebra or MTH 95, and
  • You are looking for a single math course to meet your general ed. math requirement

 

MTH 111 "Intro to College Math I" may be right for you if . . .

  • You successfully completed two years of high school algebra or MTH 95, and
  • You need a math course that will prepare you for further study in math or science, and
  • The placement questions indicate you are ready to start at MTH 111

 

See also the general description of lower division math courses for more information on these and other courses.

Resources for PSU math students include: