Placement Procedures and Exams
  • Incoming Freshmen will be placed into the appropriate math class during Summer Enrollment based upon their ACT or SAT scores. You may also take a placement exam if you would like to place into a more advanced class.
  • To be well-prepared for college level mathematics, students should take a mathematics course and take the SAT or ACT during their senior year of high school.
  • If you are unsure which math course to start out in, you can discuss it with your advisor or with the Mathematics Advisor, Dr. Cross.
Advising
Dr. Patrick Cross is the department's Academic Counselor and Coordinator of Undergraduate Mathematics Enrollment & Placement. He is available to assist all students as they navigate their way into the mathematics classes of their choice. You can also meet with him if you are experiencing difficulties in your mathematics course. He is an excellent resource and advocate for all of our undergraduate students. You can find his office hours here.

  • Dr. Patrick Cross
  • office: PHSC 425
  • phone: 405-325-2727
  • e-mail: pcrossATou.edu
Mathematics Help Center
Got lost in Calc I today? Can't figure out that integral? Consider a visit to the Math Department Help Center, where experienced graduate students are there to answer your questions.    Details and directions here.
Our Degree Programs
Have you ever considered a minor or major in mathematics? The analytical and technical skills you gain while studying math are valuable in a wide range of career paths. Depending on your major, you might find that a minor in mathematics is only a course or two away. The math majors resource page will tell you about the mathematics degree requirements, career options, and research opportunities for math majors and minors. If you are a declared math major, you can also apply to receive one of the numerous scholarships given by the department each year.
Mathematics Department Information
Visit the information page to find out all about the faculty, staff, and students in the Mathematics Department. Here is a list of the undergraduate math courses.

The OU Math Club is an active group of students who meet approximately twice per month to listen to talks, go on field trips, or find out about mathematical careers. You can also click on the logo to check out the OU Math blog.