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Mathematics Placement

Categories for Math/Quantitative Reasoning

  • M1 - Fulfilled requirement
  • M2 - Enroll in general education (GE) math/quantitative reasoning courses
  • M3 - Enroll in supported GE math/quantitative reasoning courses (participation in Early Start is recommended)
  • M4 - Enroll in supported GE math/quantitative reasoning courses (participation in Early Start is strongly recommended)

All students are highly encouraged to complete their GE Area 2 graduation requirement in their first year at CSUSM.

Please note that your placement category may change if you change your major and/or when your final high school and college transcripts have been received and reviewed.

Algebra-Intensive Majors

Some majors require a stronger math foundation from day one. Because algebra is a core building block for upper-division coursework in these fields, students in these programs may be placed differently than those in non-algebra-intensive majors and that's okay! Your placement is designed to set you up for success in your specific field.

  • Applied Physics
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Biotechnology
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Engineering
  • Kinesiology-Option in Motion Science
  • Liberal Studies with an Area of Focus in Math
  • Mathematics

Students in these majors are strongly encouraged to participate in a further placement process to possibly upgrade their placement and shorten their time to degree. Visit the Calculus Readiness Diagnostic (CRD) website for more information and to see if you qualify.