Academic Programs of Study
Mathematics: Secondary Education
Bachelor of Science - BS
- Foundation in mathematical skills and logical reasoning
- Ability to relate mathematics to the world of the student.
- Fully accredited program (MSCHE & PDE)

A Secondary Math Education Degree Is In Demand!
As a graduate of the program, you will develop an understanding of mathematics substantially beyond that which they may be expected to teach. In addition, you'll learn how to plan and implement a program of learning in mathematics for students of varying backgrounds and abilities, evaluate the learning process through a variety of methods, and recognize learning disabilities and the appropriate measures to take.Description
For the Math/Secondary Education major, 66 credits are required in the core curriculum. Students interested in the Math/Secondary Education program should consult the Education Department for a description of admission and retention criteria. The curriculum is subject to change, based on guidelines established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
More About This Degree
- Learn more about this program or visit the Mathematics and Computer Science website.
- College of Arts and Sciences
- Student/Faculty Ratio: 13:1

Michael Koscho
Assistant Professor of Practice
Object-Oriented Design & Testing
Office Hours
Office Hours May Vary by Semester. Please email Professor Koscho to make an appointment.

Craig M. Johnson, Ph.D.
Professor of Mathematics
Topology; Connections of Mathematics to Music
Office Hours
Office Hours May Vary by Semester. Please email Dr. Johnson to make an appointment.
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Chunchao Lane, Ph.D.
Asst. Professor of Computer Science
Message Passing for Wireless Sensor Network
Office Hours
Office Hours May Vary by Semester
Please email Professor Lane to make an appointment.

Dhanapati Adhikari, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Mathematics and Assistant Chairperson of the Science, Mathematics & Computer Science department
Nonlinear Partial Differential Equations
Office Hours
Office Hours May Vary by Semester. Please email Dr. Adhikari to make an appointment.
The analytical skills and the habit of independent rational thinking developed in our department at Marywood can serve you well in any number of possible careers - from business to research to teaching. Currently, a shortage of mathematicians exists both in industry and in the teaching profession at every level. Therefore, the job market is extremely good. Our graduates either continue their studies in graduate school or find an interesting and challenging job in their major within weeks of their graduation.
Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
- Official SAT and/or ACT scores
- Completed application
- Essay
- Official transcripts
- Letter of recommendation