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Trinidad State College

Mathematics

Build the analytical foundation for engineering, computer science, data science, education, and dozens of other fields with an Associate of Science degree in Mathematics designed to transfer seamlessly to any Colorado public four-year institution.

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Mathematics
AS Degree Available

Why Choose Our Mathematics Program?

The Associate of Science in Mathematics is built to complete the lower-division requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree, giving you a robust foundation for a wide range of career paths.

Seamless Transfer

Includes Guaranteed Transfer Courses and the lower-division math core courses recommended by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, so credits transfer to any Colorado public four-year institution.

Comprehensive Curriculum

A thorough grounding in basic and applied mathematics equips you with the knowledge and skills needed for upper-level coursework.

Versatile Career Pathways

A solid foundation for careers in engineering, computer science, finance, education, research, and any field that values strong analytical and quantitative skills.

Foundational Knowledge

Courses cover algebra, calculus, statistics, and differential equations — the mathematical tools you need for further study and professional work.

Applied Mathematics

Learn to apply mathematical principles to real-world problems, sharpening your problem-solving ability for any professional setting.

Expert Faculty

Experienced instructors who are passionate about mathematics support your academic growth and career goals every step of the way.

Program Cost

Tuition rates are identical at Trinidad and Valley campuses. Fees vary slightly by campus and credit load — see the full schedule for exact per-term totals. Course-specific fees (lab materials, software, certification exams) vary by program and are charged per course. Estimates do not include books, supplies, or room and board. Rates are for 2026–2027 and subject to change.
In-State Resident
$183.75/cr hr
$299.75/cr hr minus $116 COF stipend
Must be a Colorado resident to qualify for the Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF).
WUE Student
$275.60/cr hr
Per-credit-hour rate
Western Undergraduate Exchange rate for residents of AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY & US Pacific territories. Learn more at wiche.edu
Out-of-State
$306.40/cr hr
Standard non-resident rate
COF stipend does not apply. Financial aid, scholarships, and payment plans are available to all students regardless of residency.
Apply Now Course Specific Fees › Explore Financial Aid & Scholarships › Trinidad Tuition Schedule (PDF) › Valley Tuition Schedule (PDF) ›

Where You Can Study

This program is offered at the following TSC campus locations.

TrinidadTrinidad, CO 81082
Trinidad Campus
Address: 600 Prospect StPhone: (719) 846-5011
ValleyAlamosa, CO 81101
Valley Campus
Address: 1011 Main StPhone: (719) 589-7000

Associate of Science in Mathematics

For the most current information on this transfer articulation agreement, please visit: https://highered.colorado.gov/transfer-degrees. Click any semester to see the full course list.

Program Code:AS_ASConcentration:DMATCIP Code:27.0101
1

Semester One

English composition, Calculus I, and Computer Science I, rounded out by a social and behavioral science elective.

15credit hours
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  • ENG 1021 – English Composition I: GT-CO1 (3 credits)
  • MAT 2410 – Calculus I: GT-MA1 (5 credits) (Course Pre-/Co-Req: Algebra & Pre Cal) (fall only)
  • CSC 1060 – Computer Science I: (Language) (4 credits)

Choose one: (3 credits) (SS1, SS2, SS3)

  • ANT 1001 – Cultural Anthropology Lab: GT-SS3
  • ECO 2001 – Principles of Macroeconomics: GT-SS1
  • ECO 2002 – Principles of Microeconomics: GT-SS1
  • PSC 2020 – Introduction to Political Science: GT-SS1
  • SOC 1001 – Introduction to Sociology: GT-SS3
  • PSC 1011 – American Government: GT-SS1
  • GEO 1005 – World Regional Geography: GT-SS2
2

Semester Two

English Composition II and Calculus II, rounded out by an arts and humanities elective and a communication elective.

14credit hours
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  • ENG 1022 – English Composition II: GT-CO1 (3 credits)
  • MAT 2420 – Calculus II: GT-MA1 (5 credits) (Course Pre-/Co-Req: MAT 2410)

Choose one: (3 credits) (AH1, AH2, AH3, AH4)

  • ART 1110 – Art Appreciation: GT-AH1
  • HUM 1021 – Humanities: Early Civilization: GT-AH2
  • MUS 1020 – Music Appreciation: GT-AH1
  • PHI 1012 – Ethics: GT-AH3
  • PHI 1013 – Logic: GT-AH3
  • THE 1005 – Theatre Appreciation: GT-AH1

Choose one: (3 credits)

  • COM 1150 – Public Speaking
  • COM 1250 – Interpersonal Communication: GT-SS3
3

Semester Three

Calculus-based physics and Calculus III, rounded out by an arts and humanities and a social science elective.

16credit hours
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  • PHY 2111 – Physics: Calculus-Based I with Lab: GT-SC1 (5 credits)

Choose one: (3 credits)

  • MAT 2430 – Calculus III: GT-MA1 (Course Pre-/Co-Req: MAT 2420)
  • MAT 2431 – Calculus III w/Engineering Applications: GT-MA1*

Choose one: (3 credits) (AH1, AH2, AH3, AH4)

  • ART 1111 – Art History Ancient to Medieval GT-AH1
  • HUM 1022 – Humanities: Medieval-Modern: GT-AH2
  • HUM 1023 – Humanities: Modern World: GT-AH2
  • MUS 1025 – History of Jazz: GT-AH1
  • PHI 1014 – Comparative Religions: GT-AH3
  • THE 2012 – Development of Theatre Restoration to Modern: GT-AH1

Choose one: (3 credits) (SS1, SS2, SS3)

  • COM 1250 – Interpersonal Communication: GT-SS3
  • CRJ 1010 – Introduction to Criminal Justice: GT-SS3
  • PSY 1001 – General Psychology I: GT-SS3
  • PSY 1002 – General Psychology II : GT-SS3
  • SOC 1001 – Introduction to Sociology I : GT-SS3
  • SOC 1002 – Introductory to Sociology II: GT-SS3
4

Semester Four

Calculus-based physics II, a history elective, an arts and humanities elective, and a math or science elective.

15credit hours
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  • PHY 2112 – Physics: Calculus-Based II with Lab: GT-SC1 (5 credits)

Choose one: (3 credits) (HI1)

  • HIS 1310 – Western Civilization:Antiquity-1650: GT-HI1
  • HIS 1320 – Western Civilization: 1650-Present: GT-HI1
  • HIS 1110 – The World: Antiquity-1500: GT-HI1
  • HIS 1120 – The World: 1500-Present: GT-HI1
  • HIS 1210 – US History to Reconstruction: GT- HI1
  • HIS 1220 – US History since the Civil War:GT-HI1

Choose one: (3 credits) (AH1, AH2, AH3, AH4)

  • ART 1112 – Art History Renaissance to 1900:  GT-AH1
  • LIT 2012 – American Literature After Civil War: GT-AH2
  • MUS 1025 – History of Jazz: GT-AH1
  • PHI 1011 – Intro to Philosophy: GT-AH3
  • PHI 1013 – Logic: GT-AH3
  • THE 1005 – Theatre Appreciation: GT-AH1

Choose one: (4-5 credits) (Elective)

  • MAT 1440 – Pre-Calculus: GT-MA1
  • BIO 1111 – General College Biology I with Lab: GT-SC1
  • BIO 1112 – General College Biology II with Lab: GT-SC1
  • CHE 1011 – Introduction to Chemistry I with Lab: GT-SC1
  • CHE 1012 – Introduction to Chemistry II with Lab: GT-SC1
  • CHE 1111 – General College Chemistry I with Lab: GT-SC1
Total Program Credits: 60

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