Mathematics Course Placement
Mathematics Placement Exam Is No Longer Required
Beginning with the 2026 Second Summer semester on July 7, 2026, the Texas Tech Department of Mathematics & Statistics no longer uses the Mathematics Placement Exam for course placement.
Students are now placed into mathematics courses based on completed coursework and standardized test scores, according to the Texas Tech University Undergraduate Catalog.
The Mathematics Placement Exam has been discontinued. Students should review the course prerequisites below and consult their academic advisor before enrolling.
Enrollment in MATH 1451 (Calculus I)
To enroll in MATH 1451 Calculus I, students must satisfy one of the following:
- Complete MATH 1550 with a grade of C or higher.
- Complete MATH 1320 and MATH 1321 with a grade of B or higher in both courses.
- Earn a minimum SAT Math score of 610.
- Earn a minimum ACT Math score of 26.
Enrollment in MATH 1550 (Precalculus)
Students must be TSI College Ready and satisfy one of the following:
- Complete MATH 1320, 1420, 1321, 1330, 1430, 1331, or 1350 with a grade of C or higher.
- Earn a minimum SAT Math score of 560.
- Earn a minimum ACT Math score of 23.
Do Not Meet the Prerequisites?
If you do not have qualifying college credit or SAT or ACT scores, the recommended pathway toward Calculus I is:
- MATH 1320 – College Algebra
- MATH 1550 – Precalculus
- MATH 1451 – Calculus I
Mathematics Requirements by Department
The information below provides general mathematics requirements for several academic departments. Degree plans may vary by major, concentration, catalog year, or program. Students should confirm all requirements with their academic advisor and the current Texas Tech University Undergraduate Catalog.
Rawls College of Business
Typical mathematics requirements
Most Rawls College of Business majors require:
- MATH 1330 – Introductory Mathematical Analysis I
- MATH 1331 – Introductory Mathematical Analysis II
MATH 1330 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 610.
- ACT Math score of at least 26.
- A grade of A or B in an approved developmental mathematics course.
- A grade of C or higher in an approved college-level mathematics course.
MATH 1331 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 610.
- ACT Math score of at least 26.
- A grade of C or higher in MATH 1330 or MATH 1430.
Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering
Typical mathematics requirements
Most engineering majors require:
- MATH 1451 – Calculus I
- MATH 1452 – Calculus II
MATH 1451 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 660.
- ACT Math score of at least 29.
- A grade of C or higher in MATH 1550 or MATH 1350.
- Completion of MATH 1320 and MATH 1321 with a grade of B or higher in both courses.
MATH 1452 prerequisites
Completion of MATH 1451 or consent of the department.
Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management
Typical mathematics requirements
Most majors require:
- MATH 1320 – College Algebra
- MATH 1321 – Trigonometry
MATH 1320 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 610.
- ACT Math score of at least 26.
- A grade of A or B in an approved developmental mathematics course.
- A grade of C or higher in an approved college-level mathematics course.
MATH 1321 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 610.
- ACT Math score of at least 26.
- A grade of C or higher in MATH 1320 or MATH 1420.
Department of Biological Sciences
Typical mathematics requirements
Many Biological Sciences majors require:
- MATH 2300 – Statistical Methods
- MATH 1451 – Calculus I
MATH 2300 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 610.
- ACT Math score of at least 26.
- A grade of C or higher in an approved college-level mathematics course.
MATH 1451 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 660.
- ACT Math score of at least 29.
- A grade of C or higher in MATH 1550 or MATH 1350.
- Completion of MATH 1320 and MATH 1321 with a grade of B or higher in both courses.
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Typical mathematics requirements
Most Chemistry and Biochemistry programs require:
- MATH 1451 – Calculus I
- MATH 1452 – Calculus II
MATH 1451 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 660.
- ACT Math score of at least 29.
- A grade of C or higher in MATH 1550 or MATH 1350.
- Completion of MATH 1320 and MATH 1321 with a grade of B or higher in both courses.
MATH 1452 prerequisites
Completion of MATH 1451 or consent of the department.
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Typical mathematics requirements
Most Physics and Astronomy majors require:
- MATH 1451 – Calculus I
- MATH 1452 – Calculus II
- MATH 2450 – Calculus III
MATH 1451 prerequisites
- SAT Math score of at least 660.
- ACT Math score of at least 29.
- A grade of C or higher in MATH 1550 or MATH 1350.
- Completion of MATH 1320 and MATH 1321 with a grade of B or higher in both courses.
MATH 1452 prerequisites
Completion of MATH 1451 or consent of the department.
MATH 2450 prerequisites
Completion of MATH 1452 or consent of the department.
Questions About Course Placement?
Current prerequisite requirements are maintained in the Texas Tech University Undergraduate Catalog. Students should consult the catalog and work with their academic advisor when selecting mathematics courses.
Need Assistance?
Questions regarding mathematics course placement may be directed to Yancy Nuñez by email or by telephone at (806) 742-2566.
Department of Mathematics & Statistics
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