The Department of Mathematics Engineering Laboratory features an advanced 3D printer, which is capable of generating physical models from computer simulation

Ms. Chinwe Didigu (BS in Applied Mathematics, Spring 2007), a graduate student in Computer Science, Bowie State University

The Department offers a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics with four options:

  • Pure Mathematics
  • Applied and Computational Mathematics
  • Mathematics Education
  • Dual Degree Mathematics/Engineering

Majors must earn a grade of "C" or better in each required mathematics course.

Program Mission

To prepare graduates with a flexibility to enable them to adjust to future changes in technology and to develop a sense of professionalism in their field of study.

Program Goals

  • To provide a quality education in mathematics
  • To provide students an environment that encourages and fosters the attitudes and disciplines essential to professional growth
  • To maintain viability of programs through systematic and continuous evaluation and modification
  • To prepare students for graduate studies or application of work in one of the many opportunities in government or industry

Required Examinations

  • All students must take the English Proficiency Exam after successful completion of ENGL 102.
  • Additionally, secondary majors must take and successfully pass PRAXIS I and PRAXIS II.
Department of Mathematics
Bowie State University
14000 Jericho Park Road
Crawford Science Building, Suite 108
Bowie, Maryland 20716-9465
Phone: 301-860-3350
Fax:       301-860-3364
Department chair: Dr. Nelson Petulante
                                  Professor of Mathematics
                                  E-mail: npetulante@bowiestate.edu
                                  Phone: 301-860-3352
Administrative Assistant: Ms. Mary Royster
                                 E-mail: mroyster@bowiestate.edu
                                 Phone: 301-860-3350
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