Math Requirements
Overview
All GMU students are required to take at least one math course in order to fulfill university-wide degree requirements (Mason Core). Each major has different math requirement(s). Some courses require students to pass Math Placement Test prior to registration. For the majors available in Mason Korea, these are the required math courses:
- BA Economics: MATH 108 or MATH 113
- BS Economics: MATH 113 and MATH 114
- BS Business: MATH 108 or MATH 113
- BA Global Affairs: Usually Global Affairs students will take MATH 106, but any of the following other courses will suffice: MATH 108, 110, 111, 113, 115, 124, 125, STAT 250, CDS 292, SOCI 313, HNRT 125
- BS & BA Conflict Analysis and Resolution: Usually Conflict Analysis and Resolution students will take MATH 106, but any of the following other courses will suffice: MATH 108, 110, 111, 113, 115, 124, 125, STAT 250, CDS 292, SOCI 313, HNRT 125
- BFA Computer Game Design: MATH 113 is required for students with the catalog year 2021-2022 and under. For students with the catalog year 2022-2023 and after, students will take MATH 106, but any of the following other courses will suffice: MATH 108, 110, 111, 113, 115, 124, 125, STAT 250, CDS 292, SOCI 313, HNRT 125
- BS Computational and Data Sciences: MATH 113
| Course | Required Score |
| MATH 105 Precalculus Mathematics | 55 - 64 |
|
MATH 108 Introductory Calculus with Business Applications |
55 - 100 |
| MATH 123 Calculus with Algebra/Trigonometry (Part A) | 65 - 100 |
| MATH 125 Discrete Mathematics | 65 - 100 |
| MATH 113 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I | 80 - 100 |
UPDATE
Attempts allowed for the Math placement Test has increased:
- The number of attempts allowed for the Math Placement Test has increased from 2 attempts to 4 attempts per testing cycle.
- If you have taken your placement test twice after September 2022, you are eligible for two more attempts before January 31, 2023.
- The required "active hours in the prep and learning modules" before each attempt are:
- 5 hours before the second attempt;
- 10 hours before the third attempt;
- 15 hours before the fourth attempt.
- To take your extra placement test attempts, please contact the office of academic affairs at mkaa@gmu.edu.
Important Information about the Math Placement Test
- The test is computerized and proctored on campus, and students will receive test schedules via email. There is no registration fee for the test.
- Students must arrive at the test venue with enough time for test preparation.
- The test time limit is 2.5 hours but on average students complete the test within 1-1.5 hours.
- The test contains 30 questions and is adaptive.
- The purpose of the Math Placement Test is to determine if you are prepared to take a particular course. You cannot use it to get credit or a waiver for any course.
- You have 4 chances per year (February 2023 to February 2024) to take the test.
- A 48-hour remediation period is required between the two attempts. You must also spend a minimum of 5 hours in the Prep and Learning Modules before taking your second attempt.
- After your first attempt, you can practice at home using the same account that you used for your test. The placement test software is adaptive and will provide you with all the practice necessary before your second attempt.
- The score on the placement test will be valid for three consecutive semesters, including the summer.
- You may not use your own calculator but the system will provide one when needed.
- Have your Mason ID ready to be checked before your test. Your photo can not be faded. If you don't have your Mason ID, you can use any government ID that has your photo.
- By taking the test, you agree to the University Honor Code Policy. Any student, who takes the online placement test outside Mason Korea or without the presence of a proctor, will lose two of the four attempts and will be sent to the Committee of Academic Integrity for an Honor Code violation.
- Students who wish to retake the test are advised to wait at least one week so that they can sufficiently study the appropriate material.
Math Placement Test Dates
- Thursday, July 27, 2023 / 1 pm
- Wednesday, August 2, 2023 / 8 am
- Wednesday, August 16, 2023 / 8 am
*The dates above are subject to change.
The Math Placement Test for new students will take place at the New Student Orientation. For more information, please contact the Office of Academic Affairs at mkaa@gmu.edu.
I did not pass the placement test, what are my options?
Students who are not directly placed into their required math class can take the courses below. MATH 008 requires a special registration process and a non-refundable fee separate from regular tuition. Students will not receive college credit for this program. For more information about MATH 008, please refer to Online Algebra Program (MATH 008).
|
Scores |
Course |
Proceed to |
|
0 - 54 |
MATH 008: Online Algebra Program * |
MATH 105 or MATH 108 |
|
55-64 |
MATH 105: Precalculus Mathematics |
MATH 113 (grade of C or higher is required from MATH 105) |
I don't think that I need to take the placement test, how do I get an override?
If you have met the prerequisites for your class in some other way, then you may email the Office of Academic Affairs with your name, Gnumber, and the course you want an override for. You will also need to explain why you qualify for an override and provide documentation, such as AP scores, transcripts from other institutions, etc. Overrides are only given for people who meet the prerequisites in another way, not simply because you don’t think you should have to take the placement test.
Contact for an override: Office of Academic Affairs (mkaa@gmu.edu).
I took the IB test, do I need to take the placement test?
If you have a score of 5, 6, or 7 on Higher Learning Mathematics you will receive credit for Math 110 and Math 113. Please contact the Office of Academic Affairs if you would like an override to either retake those classes or register for Math 114.
If you have a score of 4 on the Higher Learning Mathematics, you will receive credit for Math 110 and Math 123. Please contact the Office of Academic Affairs if you would like an override to either retake those classes or register for Math 124 or Math 113.
If you have a score of 5, 6 or 7 on the Standard Learning Mathematics you will receive credit for Math 108. Please contact the Office of Academic Affairs if you would like an override for Math 105. Credit for Math 108 will not allow you to take Math 113. You will either need a passing score in Math 105 or on the Math Placement Test.
Contact for an override: Office of Academic Affairs (mkaa@gmu.edu).
I took the AP test, do I need to take the placement test?
If you have a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus BC, you will receive credit for Math 113 and 114 and do not need to take the placement test.
If you have a score of 4 or 5 on the AP Calculus AB, you will receive credit for Math 113. Please contact the Office of Academic Affairs if you would like an override to retake Math 113 or register for Math 114.
If you have a score of 3 on the AP Calculus AB, you will receive credit for Math 123 and can register for Math 124. Together these classes are equivalent to taking Math 113. You may also use this score for prerequisite if you wish to retake Math 113. Please contact the Office of Academic Affairs if you would like an override for Math 113.
Contact for an override: Office of Academic Affairs (mkaa@gmu.edu).
About MATH 008
This Algebra Program prepares students for MATH 105 or MATH 108 and is offered in an online environment. Students will not receive college credit for this program. Please contact the Office of Academic Affairs at mkaa@gmu.edu to register for MATH 008.
After enrolling in the Algebra Program, MATH 008 will appear on your course list in the Blackboard. Once you have MATH 008 in your Blackboard, you can start working on the program right away. Students will be asked to solve a series of problem sets online. Students have up to 6 months to complete the program. Please check out the course site in your Blackboard to get started.
Registration Fee
The non-refundable registration fee for MATH 008 is USD 60. After being enrolled, you will receive a separate invoice with payment instructions to your Mason email from the Student Account office.
In addition, students need to purchase access to online course material that costs approximately USD 75. Please refer to the course blackboard for more details.
All fees are NON-REFUNDABLE and subject to changes.
