Merritt College's Associate in Science in Mathematics for transfer program is designed for students planning to transfer into the mathematics major. Successful completion of the program with a minimum G.P.A. of 2.0 affords students specific guarantees for transfer to the California State University (CSU) system such as admission to a CSU with junior status, priority admission to a CSU campus with a similar major and to a program or major in mathematics or similar major. Students interested in the AS-T for transfer degree in mathematics should consult with the departmental faculty chair.

Upon successful completion of this program students will be able to: • Express mathematical concepts and techniques clearly and concisely using symbolic and ordinary language. • Use quantitative reasoning to solve a variety of mathematical problems in the workplace and in the home. • Demonstrate mastery of the various mathematical concepts and techniques needed to succeed in subsequent courses of increasing complexity.

Career Opportunities Careers in mathematics include: scientists, researchers, programmers and other specialists in information systems, mathematics teachers, actuaries and insurance specialists, and people who can combine mathematical knowledge with a scientific, technological, or business background.