Overview
The B.S. in Mathematics for Teachers of Secondary School (MTSS) is intended for students planning to pursue a career in secondary education. Its courses cover the high school curriculum from an advanced perspective. Students are required to complete mathematics education and education courses in order to facilitate presence in the classroom early in their undergraduate career and to better prepare them for entry in a credential program.
Mathematics for Teachers of Secondary School Advising (MTSS)
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Change of Major Criteria for MTSS
To declare a major, student must be in good academic standing (quarter and cumulative GPAs at 2.0 and above) with no grades lower than a C- in any attempted major requirement. If upper-division courses have been taken, a minimum upper-division GPA of a 2.0 is required. Must be able to complete the degree within 216 units. *AP/IB units or transfer units earned prior to graduating high school are excluded when determining unit range for change of major criteria and 216 unit maximum. Freshman (up to 44.9 units)
Sophomore (45 - 89.9 units)
Junior & Seniors
(90 - 135+ units)
Completion of the following with a grade of “C-” or better:
- MATH008B or MATH009A
Completion of the following with a grade of “C-” or better:
- MATH009A
- MATH009B
One of the following courses:
- MATH009C or MATH010A
Completion of the following with a grade of “C-” or better:
- MATH009A
- MATH009B
- MATH009C
- MATH010A
- MATH031
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Additional Information About the MTSS Major
MTSS Additional Documents
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Course Planning Materials for MTSS
MTSS Degree Summary Sheets
- MTSS BS Degree Summary Sheet - Fall 2017 Catalog to current
- MTSS BS Degree Summary Sheet - Fall 2016 Catalog or earlier
MTSS Sample Four-Year Course Plans
MTSS Schedule of Course Offerings
MTSS Academic Advisors
CNAS Professional Academic Advisors provide students with individual guidance throughout their academic careers at UCR and help them achieve realistic academic goals. Professional Academic Advisors can assist you with declaring or changing your major or minor, course repeats, the process for taking courses outside of UCR, taking a leave from UCR, and questions about withdrawing or readmitting to UCR.
MTSS Lead Faculty Advisor
A Lead Faculty Advisor is assigned for each major. Faculty advisors are available to assist students with guidance regarding graduate or professional school, opportunities to participate in research, independent study, or internships. Faculty advisors also may provide students with advice and mentoring regarding career goals.
Dr. Kevin Costello
Mathematics Lead Faculty Advisor
Email: costello@math.ucr.edu
Phone: 951-827-7392
Dr. Sarah Yeakel
Mathematics Lead Faculty Advisor
Email: sarah.yeakel@ucr.edu
Phone: 951-827-5003