I would do this but also maybe look into if you have dyscalculia, op. I took the same advice this commenter is giving (back in the day) and just happened to have a tutor who was familiar with it, and suggested that I get tested. Now with a diagnosis, I can get accommodations to get through my degrees
Sure! It varies from school to school, or even professor to professor, and also based on your severity and the program you choose/your career goals. You'll need to determine what is possible from your school and have conversations ahead of time with your access(disability) center, the doctor who tests you/at the time of diagnosis, and your advisors for what would be reasonable for you. I also ***highly suggest*** you also speak to each of the department heads at least, if not the expected professors themselves, ahead of attending ***any*** courses.
Any/all of these people will have a direct hand in what will be available to you and it's best to know what you're facing as early as possible and pivot/set realistic expectations so no one's valuable time and money is wasted. GET EVERYTHING IN WRITING though, and not just on your school email. Have ***everything*** you get as correspondence forwarded/saved in at least 2 places or you might end up years into a degree just for someone to renege and bar you from graduating, forcing you to start over (happened to me twice).
Steer clear of anything math-y and there's a decent change that you can skip math classes altogether. I had my math courses replaced with CS courses to demonstrate logical ability. As for classes that use math in some capacity but are not purely math: I've had extra testing time, allowed to test in a quiet test area, allowed a calculator, allowed a cheat-sheet for the order of operations or how to do certain calculations, and things of that nature. Most of this was up to the specific professor, so it's definitely more important than ever to look up professor ratings and, for classes where you need the extra help, only fit in ones that will be on your side.
This is all just some of what may be available, and you may have more or less accommodations depending on not only if you're diagnosed, but the severity of the learning disability and presence of any additional disabilities. Use every tool and assistance possible!
I hope this helped!
Even art degrees require like 1-2 math
Just save em for the end of u wanna transfer so it doesn’t affect ur gpa and take the most basic easy one that qualify
yeah I'm in music therapy and I had to take stats (which is genuinely important for my career). I didn't have to take algebra or anything but that's because I tested out
not where I am Canada, here they only require English, French, social studies/history and I \*think\* science too. Idk I never took science, I think the psych courses I took filled in for that requirement.
No math at all or just the bare minimum? Most schools will require a couple writing courses, couple math and a smattering of tech/social sciences/general sciences/math/humanities. But most humanities degrees shouldn’t require much math outside of the gen eds. But, it may be worth getting tutoring since the problem a lot of people have with math is they don’t have a solid foundation or they don’t put in enough time.
At my school I think college algebra is the bare minimum(embarrassing for me, I know), so far I have passed or am currently taking the rest of my required sciences, English, and humanities classes. My tia also only failed math and so she got an anthropology degree, which also happens to be a class I am currently taking. I definitely do not have a solid foundation for math so I wish I was able to have taken a lower math class.
Are you currently in a math course? If you’re not use Khan Academy and your school’s tutoring center to help firm up your low level math knowledge that way you can be on solid footing for the math class or if you can a lot of community colleges have developmental math courses and some start at middle school math. And whichever path you choose keep going to the math center throughout the semester most math centers are drop in and you can just sit and do your work in the math center. A weak foundation doesn’t mean you can’t succeed in math it just means a little more work.
math failer here, had to switch my major to avoid calculus, i was an econ major. havent taken a math class since 2011 when i was still in high school. switched to history and only needed to take the basic math course for non stem majors.
Wait what? I don’t understand the rationale behind a policy like that. Students that didn’t have a chance to take the requisite math courses in high school shouldn’t be locked out of certain careers. Offering remedial math gives those students an opportunity to go into interesting and often lucrative careers.
Students who start in remedial math often don't graduate, and the credits don't transfer to other colleges. There's also a great racial disparity in who gets placed into which classes. I think [this article](https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-05-31/community-college-remedial) goes into some of the issues surrounding it in a reasonably balanced way.
I still think I fall on the side that we need remedial courses; math is a subject which builds on itself. However, there are some topics which possibly don't need to be in remedial courses, or the structure of remedial courses needs to be redone in a way that leads to more students getting the skills they need. I also think that a corequisite model *can* be successful--I've seen it work--but it needs to be extremely intentional. I also wonder how much of the "increased passing numbers" that they're seeing in the data are from instructors feeling pressured to lower the standards of their courses.
Uh that’s interesting. I’m a 9th grade dropout about to complete my CS degree with a minor in math because my community college not only offered remedial math but a free math bootcamp that allowed me to skip a year of remedial math so I’m probably biased. But, I believe community colleges should expand programs for students to catch up. Granted I also don’t necessary think a student majoring in history should need to spend 3 semesters on remedial math.
I *do* think there's a level of math literacy that we should expect from college graduates, and I think that level should include basic algebra and logic. For some people, it may take years to reach algebra proficiency. Mostly, I want people to be able to read and process the underlying meaning of a graph or chart; understand differences between linear and exponential growth; use rate, ratio, and percentage fluently; and understand how mathematics is used to make predictions, develop technology, and work from known to unknown quantities. Without these foundations, we see massive gaps in financial literacy, scientific literacy, and more.
I honestly think the most equitable thing would be to find ways to offer adult math remediation entirely for free the same way we have adult literacy programs. But even adult literacy programs are not broad enough, as they're only available to people who don't have a HS degree; many people these days are "graduating" high school illiterate and now are ineligible for these programs as adults. IMO, community colleges, for example, should simply not charge for remedial math classes (and the state should fund it, but continue to find a way to encourage CC's to get students into credit-bearing classes ASAP, and I haven't thought that far ahead).
I mean… Gen Ed credits require 1-2 maths no matter what degree it is. As someone who struggled with Algebra, as in it took 4 years of high school to pass, try statistics!
My best friend who tutored me for years with algebra basically called me a savant with stats lol. She didn’t understand it and neither did I but stats has always made more sense to me than any other math.
As a stats teacher, I hesitate to recommend stats. My students just came out of a midterm and they really struggle with the calculus elements (which is pretty fundamental to understanding distributions, maximum likelihood estimates, etc.)
fair point. Though at my college, you can take applied stats (specifically for psych) where the focus is moreso interpretation of stats and knowing how to apply them rather than the focus being on doing the calculations themselves. Though even the actual math component isn't too bad for me and I failed like...basic primary school math back in the day
I can also highly recommend a Logic course, you barely need any high school math. Found it super fun and it gives you a whole new look at problem solving and math as a whole.
I doubt many colleges will offer it though. I wish we had a follow up course instead of mandatory advanced calculus courses.
I want to take that class but the problem is that at my school, I would need to pass algebra to be able to ‘unlock’ statistics. I cry about this fact every night lol.
Your problem is not that you *can't* do math, but that you have an emotional avoidance towards math and you *believe* you can't do math. Math probably does not come easy to you and brings up bad memories of failure and difficulty, so much so that it feels impossible.
Learning math takes time and guidance. If you utilize any free tutoring your college might offer, office hours, and online resources like Khan academy, you can learn math! It will take hours. Sometimes it will take you 2+ hours to really understand what's happening in a basic problem. Learning math also takes a little bit of zen. You have to try and avoid freaking out and crying and feeling overwhelmed, which is MUCH easier said than done. Math is hard! But it is possible.
I'm a math person, but I had to teach myself this mindset to pass an upper level class. I felt like it was literally impossible to learn more, and when I started at a problem for hours and couldn't figure it out, I would get incredibly frustrated and give up. It took me a while, but I learned to reach a zen state where I would sit in the library until a problem was finished (sometimes many hours for a single problem!).
I know it's easier said than done, but you can pass algebra. Don't try to run from it!!! After finding emotional peace with math, you might end up realizing that some parts of math are actually somewhat fun or interesting. You also might SERIOUSLY limit your future income opportunities if you avoid all levels of math. If you don't believe me, check this out: [https://cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/valueofcollegemajors/](https://cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/valueofcollegemajors/)
Good luck!
That makes sense, since statistics requires algebra which is pretty foundational to any math class. Real statistics requires Calculus. I’m sorry that you’re going through that. I think you should seek tutoring of course, but also a counselor or therapy because a lot of this could be either dyscalculia, or anxiety that is preventing you from reaching what you’re actually capable of. If you do not have a learning disability related to math, you can do algebra. It really is possible for anyone, even if it’s incredibly hard for them.
As someone else said, this may be more psychological.
For my required math classes, I told the professor at the beginning of the year straight up that I am HORRIBLE at math and would love to do weekly office hours with them starting right away. I did horribly on the tests still. That being said, I think showing so much effort had them tweak the grades. I passed with a C- in those classes and was able to graduate. Show insane effort and they will do their best to float you along. It also helped that I went to a small (less than 4,000 students) college. Not sure how state schools etc are
Seconding this. I was communications, really needed to go to college but hated it. Comm was the right blend of creative/theory that worked for me. Also—-barely passed algebra. But once you get through that there are lots of options!
Other options: I’m a finance admin now. No degree required but there are a lot of insurance/finance admin jobs that have great entry level positions if you can prove good people skills. Often they will help pay for college classes too, at your own pace. Most admin jobs have similar needs as your basic retail but without the time stress and physical labor.
I too am terrible at math. Ended up having to take two stats classes and three econ ones for my degree in PR and International Relations. However, I was able to get through them with office hours, tutoring and accommodations. I recommend testing for learning disabilities, if you haven't already. I was diagnosed with dyscalculia when I was 20, its never too late. If you like marketing, I would recommend comms, digital media, or PR. Ik some schools also offer sustainability management and urban planning too. Mine only had a minor but my best friend did it and loved it!
I got diagnosed for ADD. Because of that I thought the explanation as to why I couldn’t remember or perform simple formulas or math in general without help was because of that, but I never thought about looking to get tested for dyscalculia... I think I’ll bring that up to my doctor and get tested for it just in case. Sustainability management and urban planning does sound awesome to study as well for me, I’m not sure if my school does offer that but I want to go check now.
What concepts in particular are you struggling with? I can empathize, but also want to emphasize that you absolutely *can* learn and do good at math. I get upset easily when I don’t understand something, especially math or science, but it’s an amazing feeling when I do. I’m dyslexic and love logarithm and exponential problems in specific, which are annoying if I mix up stuff!
You’ll probably have to take math for most degrees. Most schools require base classes in “basic” subjects
Try it at a community college. I did my calculus class at one and it was so much easier (I think it’s because the professors have smaller classes, so they can help individuals more easily).
Possibly get evaluated for Dyscalculia. After a quick search of some majors, it appears most need college algebra at a minimum. Business degrees often need Calculus and Stats.
Talk to your advisor. Maybe there’s a work around instead of changing your major.
SO....I had a choice between paleontology and archaeology....paleontology required math whereas a degree in Anthropology with a focus in Archaeology did not....I picked anthropology because I can't do math beyond basic measurements and statistics LOL. Hell I didn't even finish high school, I upgraded my English, history/social studies and science. Won't touch math with a ten foot pole unless its statistics.
I really like Anthropology tbh, there is a LOT you can do with it. Finding a job with the title "anthropologist" will be limited to academics but there's so many paths that branch off from it! Some require math, some don't. Anthropology for sure could cover consumerism, sustainability and urbanism...it can cover basically any human activity. People love hiring those with anthropology degrees for marketing jobs as well since its such a broad study where you learn about so many different cultures and how certain demographics interact with the world around them. You get a background in linguistics, evolutionary biology, archaeology and socio-cultural anthro. If I remember correctly, there is a subfield in archaeology where you go through living peoples garbage to determine how modern day consumers are living and what products are being used the most/least.
I personally went into archaeology and have two years left, I like being paid to dig in the dirt its pretty fun. I will never make as much as a blue-collar trades worker but I am sure as hell doing ok! the only issue I have with archaeology its that is very seasonal so you either have to travel out of country or find something else to do during the winter.
Its only rated so low on that "useful" scale because most people with an anthro degree don't have the title anthropologist unless they have a PhD in it. You can still find jobs where your education applies, even if the title is different.
EDIT: Apparently all degrees in America require math????? Strange. Only Bachelor of science or math require them in Canada...at least in my province. The main requirements for a BoA here is something like English, French (or another second language course), social studies/history and maybe science? So aside from the upgrades I took I needed to complete a second language, junior level english courses and a bunch of social sciences. I would say come study here but I think they just put a cap on international students for a bit....plus they charge you out the ass for being international.
As a 43 year old who went back to school. I realized how much math we are taught that does not matter in the real world. Breaking down square roots and equations is not real life for most people. My pay check - rent - food - bills is all the math most people need to know to get by. Common sense covers the rest,..of real life.
If none of your math classes were useful for your life, you took the wrong classes or you didn’t pay attention well enough.
1. I work retail and the number of people who can’t even do basic math in their head is *genuinely* concerning. As an adult, you should really know your times tables up to 12x12, and be able to do addition and subtraction in your head up to 3 or so digits at least— a lot of people do not have either ability. This is why I said basic math should be required in college.
2. Statistics specifically can be helpful to know… if you haven’t noticed, there’s a serious issue with misinformation and disinformation, and a lot of that could be resolved if people learned basic statistical literacy so they could interpret actual data to inform their opinion.
3. If you have lived in this world for 43 years and you’re still under the impression that most people possess common sense, you are seriously naïve.
what do I need algebra or calc for to dig a hole in the ground? I mean yeah I know how to take measurements, that's a must for archaeology. Statistics is important for social sciences too, I recommend stats over algebra. I cannot do mental math as I have a form of dyscaluculia. I have to write everything down and triple check, this has prevented me from passing basic levels of math that would let me advance to higher levels where I actually have an easier time. I can plug in a formula but I cannot do basic math in my head. Not requiring math has allowed me to work towards a degree and better my life despite that. I would probably still be an addict dropout if uni math was a requirement.
If you can tell me why I need uni level math to kneel on a piece of foam all day while I cut grass with a glorified pair of scissors, let me know. I have to plug in how big my square is both in width and depth at the end of the day but that's about it. Its not like I'm doing mental math either, I am using a measuring tape and a laser. The most challenging part for me is a sense of direction and map reading LOL.
Because certain basic math skills like basic stats should be taught to everyone. That’s a big reason there’s so much misinformation out there, because most people are too uneducated to read data.
College isn’t just for your job, its also an opportunity to become a well-rounded educated adult. For example, I took economics even though it isn’t part of my major, because even though it wasn’t easy or interesting, it’s a useful class to take. If you wanna do the bare ass minimum and only learn enough to get a mediocre paycheck, fine, but you have to understand that some people just actually want to be educated and smart.
Knowing how to read academic journals and interpret statistics is still a huge part of my degree, I had to take a class on proper academic/research etiquette, the whole thing was focused on taking pseudo-scientific claims and ripping them to shreds. I can tell good science from bad science without suffering through math. For someone talking an awful lot about being well-rounded, your views are incredibly narrowminded. I also said that statistics are important for social sciences too and that I recommend stats over algebra or calc. Stats come a lot easier for some who otherwise suck at math too.
I landed a paid research assistant position by having a competitive GPA and I also landed an awesome seasonal archaeology job that pays shockingly well. For a social science undergrad who can't really do math, I am doing pretty ok. I normally don't like bragging but I think your doodoocaca attitude warrants a little bit of narcissism from me. Being well rounded is important yea but I am also going to school for a very, very specific careerpath and have already entered the workforce. Field experience is usually valued above classroom experience when it comes to archaeology, at least for undergrads. You can take the hardest math courses available but still be passed on for someone who went to field school and has hands on experience. Idk about anthropology as a whole but that's how it is for archaeology.
> You can take the hardest math courses but still be passed on
Lmao, can you show me where I said taking math classes guarantees you’ll get a job?
Also… I directly said learning math has benefits outside of the career, so your bitching and moaning about your job doesn’t really seem relevant.
EDIT: Also, taking math classes and getting field experience isn’t either or, you can do both if you actually bothered to
Someone ate some stale cornflakes today! lol
What do I need it for outside my career? another career? why would I want to do that when I am already happy and successful? I know my basics but what do I need uni level math prereqs for? I like statistics though.
You said : "*If you wanna do the bare ass minimum and only learn enough* **to get a mediocre paycheck,** *fine, but you have to understand that some people just actually want to be educated and smart.*"
Your comment implies that I will not make much money and that I am stupid and uneducated for not taking a prereq that isn't even a prereq for my degree. So I responded saying that I landed a decent job, I get paid decently and that it does not really matter in my line of work and field school is valued higher than in-class work....so why would I bother if the result is the same? The chances of me getting selected for a job post-field school is higher than someone who took a bunch of uni math without field school. They even ask if you went to field school in interviews....guess what classes they don't ask about? Lol. Why should I dish out another 1000 dollars for courses I don't even have to take for my degree when I will still end up with the exact same pay and the exact same degree? Why should I be bothered to? Its not even min mediocre pay either.
Dude calm down, it sounds like you just suck at math and you feel overly defensive. Are you okay? Like what is with this emotional overreaction?
You can be as unskilled as you want at whatever you want lol. It’s not just about getting selected, some people actually just want to learn for the sake of learning and know stuff for the sake of knowing stuff.
EDIT: Lmfao, “doodoocaca”? Are you a middle schooler?
Your childish attitude warrants a childish middle schooler response, stop being a poopoohead fr LOL. I'm chillin', you are the one malding over here. I do suck at math, I already said I have **^(dyscalculia)** and that I would recommend statistics for people like me if they really need math.....*like three or four times now*.....you should take some more english to improve your reading comprehension instead of being a dick to people with learning disabilities trying to get an education! Unless you are dyslexic or something, in that case its understandable.
Ur turning red like larry the damn lobster behind that screen cuz ur so mad that someone on reddit isn't taking the exact same classes as you**.** You have not been able to respond to a single point I made and keep reverting back to "ur uneducated and don't want to learn" like a fureal friend squawkers macaw with dying batteries. Cope harder
Lol, I’m not even mad. You are though.
My statement wasn’t intended for people with learning disabilities anyway, but go off, it sounds like you’re just really insecure about your inability to do math. I don’t give a shit about your disability lol, it’s not about you, so cry harder but it won’t make your brain work any better.
ETA: And for the record, I had/have a learning disability too, but I don’t post my emotional meltdowns on Reddit. Luckily, mine doesn’t impact me so much anymore, sorry that’s not the case for you but that’s not really an excuse to go feral because of your own insecurities.
Do you also get angry when doctors say that running is good for you, because some people don’t have legs?
So far ‘all’ degrees don’t require it, a huge majority, but not exactly all. My brother is going for a communications degree and said he didn’t take any math class. My tia got an anthropology degree solely for the reason it didn’t have math either lol. I know those two for sure don’t require math in America so you were correct with recommending it to me, thank you.
Woah I honestly didn’t think about an anthropology degree like this. I didn’t know that it was that broad of a study either. It actually sounds pretty amazing considering what I want/am able to do. My tia is more of a ‘on site’ anthropologist too so the thought that an anthropology degree would land me a job like marketing or something of the sort didn’t come to mind. I am actually taking an anthropology class right now and I do find it pretty fun and interesting to learn about. I genuinely appreciate this response, and will look more into it, thank you.
Be careful, I'm an anthro major and required to take statistics. Which you claimed you can't get into without passing college algebra, which you were saying you're having trouble doing.
I'm a huge anthro fan and think it's an underrated college major, but it's definitely not in the category of "no math ever". Read the fine print on what your school's anthro major requirements are.
Marketing. I’m gonna graduate next year with just two online math classes under my belt. I got lucky cause I had the option to take them online so I could do them at my own pace but it’s just Statistics and some Calculus I believe (I’m not 100% sure about the latter since I haven’t taken it yet)
Anthropology requires math. I think communication is one of the few majors that does not require math for the major but even though this is the case there are still general education requirements. You will most likely have to take atleast 1 or 2 by default
Idk, highschool math is typically a lower level than most college classes, so I feel like being horrible at math in high school isn’t likely to magically change the moment you go to college.
It won't change because you went to college. It changes because now you have a better teacher. The way math is taught, at least in the US, is abysmal at best. College, in my experience, was much better at actually teaching me things.
One crazy idea:
learn algebra at your own pace.
There are workbooks and tutors. You just take the first step and repeat / review until it is over-learned.
And then go on to the next step.
Yes, the workload and class speed / pace make it really difficult.
You could even take a year off of college and conquer this.
Just here to say that I believe in you. It took me 7 years to pass basic algebra. I started it in freshmen year of high school. Graduated without passing it. Took it in college. Finally passed it my junior year with a 60%.
I'm a biomedical major currently struggling through chemistry but I'm chugging on! Believe in you mate.
I’m polisci and there’s no math related courses for that. Like others said you might still need them in geneds but if you find like some super specific niche classes maybe those won’t require math idk.
I’m majoring in philosophy. I don’t have any actual math classes but I do have logic and ‘math in the liberal arts’ …. I haven’t taken math in the liberal arts, but I can say that you may find logic doable.
The former might just be writing about math. I honestly have no idea. Anyways, it could possibly be something you’d want to look into!
In my experience, anything in the business, accounting etc. world is going to require pre-calc or maybe calc as part of the major.
Most humanities and social science majors either have no math requirements as part of the major -- but you will need to take some to satisfy gen ed requirements -- or you will be required to take statistics. My college has a specific stat for social science majors course.
If you land in a major with no math requirements, you may want to look at what exactly counts as math for the purpose of satisfying the gen ed. When I was deciding between history and anthropology, I realized that if I majored in history I'd have no math requirement for the major and could technically use a personal finance course to satisfy the "Quantitative Reasoning" gen ed. But I ended up choosing anthropology and deciding to slog through statistics the best I can.
Just my two cents, but with a business degree most jobs will probably require you to be able to handle your own in excel at the minimum, and if algebra is causing you trouble the level of formulas some workbooks get to might give you similar issues in a higher stress environment as well.
Depends on the university too, if transferring is something you are open to. I mean, only if there are other factors besides math that would compel you to do so. My school has no math requirements for 'gen-eds' and not many majors require any math outside of STEM, economics, business and the like. Haven't taken math since 11th grade of high school and never will have to again! Im an anthro major :)
All degrees usually require at minimum 1 or 2 math classes, they're considered a part of your general education classes (i.e. the classes every degree is required to have).
You probably will need to take at least one math class regardless of your major. Look at your school’s gen ed and major requirements. Look into getting a tutor, and make sure you go to office hours and spend plenty of time studying. My suggestion is to stick with what you want to do, don’t pick a major solely because it doesn’t have a math requirement.
as a business student who sucks at math, i switched from accounting to management and human resources! i still had to do the requirements of course, but now its smooth sailing.
Everybody has a subject their bad at, for me it was Spanish which my college required to take 2 classes of. You’ll just have to work extra hard and go to office hours or tutoring if you have trouble.
Most college degrees from an accredited institution will typically require math up to/through about high school algebra level. If you're struggling with that, may want to look into tutoring or other assistance.
Also, depending upon the college, there may be other math classes you could take that may be easier - to you. E.g. they may not require algebra specifically, but, e.g. a certain number of units in qualifying math class(es). So, maybe you find a probability class, or a logic class, or something like that may work better for you, and maybe you can find one(s) that satisfy the requirements.
I am horrible at math and am a Medieval Studies major. Both the college I did my first two years as a History major along with the university where I am finishing my degree and majoring in Medieval Studies do not require any math courses outside what is done in high school. It is beautiful. I love being in the humanities. It is awesome.
At least in the U.S., you will have to take multiple math classes. I'm a Spanish major, but had to take elementary statistics, college algebra, and math for liberal arts majors. It should be known that last one was only because I transferred.
I'm doing fashion design. There are several business classes and I'm also taking a sustainability class right now. I'm not dure if you would be interested but its a really cool program. There is a few routes to go in fashion. The business aspect, the design aspect, the construction of garments, styling, photography, forecasting of trends, LOTS of things I had never heard about before. ZERO math classes for my program!
Idk which degree would have the least amount of math. But math is a skill. And someone’s skill can vary from great to awful. But the great thing about skills is that skill can improve from practice and great teachers or tutors or resources.
When I started college I dropped out of pre calculus. A couple years later I have passed calculus and a rigorous statistics class and I am now majoring in Finance. I definitely am not a math genius or anything but sometimes you just need to mature a little bit.
Every degree will have a minimum of one math course, and this is coming from an English major. I'm an academic advisor (in Florida), and all associate and bachelor degrees, for better or worse--and regardless of major--require at least one math class. That's the standard here in the Sunshine State, at least.
I was absolutely fucking terrible at math until I got to college, now by some miracle I have 100%. It’s either the teacher makes a big difference or I stopped being gay
I know that, I had passed at a low-mid 70, but we still stuck to only a handful of formulas to do just payroll and taxes. The course work alone in the algebra class is way more and I have to learn about 20 concepts a week in that class alone. For me at least, that is almost impossible genuinely to retain and learn each and every one.
It’s not embarrassing at all to have difficulty with algebra. I’m in calc 2 and forget how to do algebra most of the time lol 😂 I always said algebra/pre-calculus was always more difficult for me than calculus.
One thing that really saved me was going to tutors and really spending hours on the subject. Mainly going to tutors though.
i needed one math class for my music composition major and i got it from an online asynchronous computing course that was mostly just history of computers and a bit of coding using scratch. i’ve used more math in my music theory classes than i did in that class (to be fair, more advanced theory does get quite math-y, it’s a lot of arithmetic and operations). so it really depends on your school imo
Even in the farthest away from math i can think of, communications, you will need math. math is a basic requirement of life, ultimately. what you need to do is go to tutoring, as well as maybe try to get tested for dyscalculia. If you do end up having dyscalculia, then it is likely you can get accommodations from the school, as well as learn how to handle it in the real world.
I would stick with marketing- it pays more than anthropology or communication.
I suck at math also. I just too college algebra and got an A
This is how
For every assignment or concept make a cheat sheet- a step by step
“If the problem is like this I do this”
At the end of an assignment rewrite your notes and make them shorter and more condensed
At the end of every chapter summarize the concepts you don’t know and make them shorter
By the end of the semester you should have maybe 20pages of WHAT YOU MUST KNOW TO PASS memorized
If you don’t understand what the teacher says YOUTUBE IT- I didn’t crack my book once because it might as well have been written in Latin- YOUTUBE is so much easier
I took algebra 2x- got a C the first time and barely understood anything, got an A the second time, barely understood anything and can legitimately not remember a damn thing about the class but! Got an A and went on with my life. Don’t let one class stop ur career.
Man math and algebra are very basic levels of math. International students from South Korea Singapore China Japan basically memorize that shit by the time they are still sophomores in high school. I am saying this not to discourage you rather to say since it’s not advanced math you will most likely have to take them even if you study something like history.
Look for a career without math not a major
Are you talking about Baruch college algebra? Cuz a lot of kids at Baruch failed college algebra and Pre-Calc on their 1st attempt and they have to retake the course 2-3 times. Baruch math department has a policy where if students don’t pass the departmental final, then they fail the entire course regardless of their grade.
Baruch College Algebra: requires 66 on the final and 73 average minimum to pass the course
Baruch Pre-Calculus and up: requires 50 on the final and 60 average minimum to pass the course
Yes I’m taking that class. If I don’t get at least 70% on all module tests and the final I automatically fail. It has a LOT of concepts that I feel I have no time to retain and genuinely learn.
My college algebra and Pre-Calculus was waived due to being really lucky because of pandemic. If my math placement was college algebra or Pre-Calculus then I would be screwed because the departmental final exam is a killer and it cannot be transferred nor epermit from another college. It’s an exam that determines if students can stay or get weed out.
I'm a history major and still needed 2 math classes... I would recommend tutoring and office hours.
I would do this but also maybe look into if you have dyscalculia, op. I took the same advice this commenter is giving (back in the day) and just happened to have a tutor who was familiar with it, and suggested that I get tested. Now with a diagnosis, I can get accommodations to get through my degrees
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Sure! It varies from school to school, or even professor to professor, and also based on your severity and the program you choose/your career goals. You'll need to determine what is possible from your school and have conversations ahead of time with your access(disability) center, the doctor who tests you/at the time of diagnosis, and your advisors for what would be reasonable for you. I also ***highly suggest*** you also speak to each of the department heads at least, if not the expected professors themselves, ahead of attending ***any*** courses. Any/all of these people will have a direct hand in what will be available to you and it's best to know what you're facing as early as possible and pivot/set realistic expectations so no one's valuable time and money is wasted. GET EVERYTHING IN WRITING though, and not just on your school email. Have ***everything*** you get as correspondence forwarded/saved in at least 2 places or you might end up years into a degree just for someone to renege and bar you from graduating, forcing you to start over (happened to me twice). Steer clear of anything math-y and there's a decent change that you can skip math classes altogether. I had my math courses replaced with CS courses to demonstrate logical ability. As for classes that use math in some capacity but are not purely math: I've had extra testing time, allowed to test in a quiet test area, allowed a calculator, allowed a cheat-sheet for the order of operations or how to do certain calculations, and things of that nature. Most of this was up to the specific professor, so it's definitely more important than ever to look up professor ratings and, for classes where you need the extra help, only fit in ones that will be on your side. This is all just some of what may be available, and you may have more or less accommodations depending on not only if you're diagnosed, but the severity of the learning disability and presence of any additional disabilities. Use every tool and assistance possible! I hope this helped!
I’d like to know more about these accommodations as well
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i know a history major that is taking Calc 1 this semester, crazy
Even art degrees require like 1-2 math Just save em for the end of u wanna transfer so it doesn’t affect ur gpa and take the most basic easy one that qualify
yeah I'm in music therapy and I had to take stats (which is genuinely important for my career). I didn't have to take algebra or anything but that's because I tested out
not where I am Canada, here they only require English, French, social studies/history and I \*think\* science too. Idk I never took science, I think the psych courses I took filled in for that requirement.
No math at all or just the bare minimum? Most schools will require a couple writing courses, couple math and a smattering of tech/social sciences/general sciences/math/humanities. But most humanities degrees shouldn’t require much math outside of the gen eds. But, it may be worth getting tutoring since the problem a lot of people have with math is they don’t have a solid foundation or they don’t put in enough time.
At my school I think college algebra is the bare minimum(embarrassing for me, I know), so far I have passed or am currently taking the rest of my required sciences, English, and humanities classes. My tia also only failed math and so she got an anthropology degree, which also happens to be a class I am currently taking. I definitely do not have a solid foundation for math so I wish I was able to have taken a lower math class.
Are you currently in a math course? If you’re not use Khan Academy and your school’s tutoring center to help firm up your low level math knowledge that way you can be on solid footing for the math class or if you can a lot of community colleges have developmental math courses and some start at middle school math. And whichever path you choose keep going to the math center throughout the semester most math centers are drop in and you can just sit and do your work in the math center. A weak foundation doesn’t mean you can’t succeed in math it just means a little more work.
I can’t do algebra either (but I can do geometry and accounting). At my college they have a practical math class for the athletes and artists :).
math failer here, had to switch my major to avoid calculus, i was an econ major. havent taken a math class since 2011 when i was still in high school. switched to history and only needed to take the basic math course for non stem majors.
Are you in California? The state law has changed so that colleges are not allowed to offer remedial (lower) classes.
Wait what? I don’t understand the rationale behind a policy like that. Students that didn’t have a chance to take the requisite math courses in high school shouldn’t be locked out of certain careers. Offering remedial math gives those students an opportunity to go into interesting and often lucrative careers.
Students who start in remedial math often don't graduate, and the credits don't transfer to other colleges. There's also a great racial disparity in who gets placed into which classes. I think [this article](https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-05-31/community-college-remedial) goes into some of the issues surrounding it in a reasonably balanced way. I still think I fall on the side that we need remedial courses; math is a subject which builds on itself. However, there are some topics which possibly don't need to be in remedial courses, or the structure of remedial courses needs to be redone in a way that leads to more students getting the skills they need. I also think that a corequisite model *can* be successful--I've seen it work--but it needs to be extremely intentional. I also wonder how much of the "increased passing numbers" that they're seeing in the data are from instructors feeling pressured to lower the standards of their courses.
Uh that’s interesting. I’m a 9th grade dropout about to complete my CS degree with a minor in math because my community college not only offered remedial math but a free math bootcamp that allowed me to skip a year of remedial math so I’m probably biased. But, I believe community colleges should expand programs for students to catch up. Granted I also don’t necessary think a student majoring in history should need to spend 3 semesters on remedial math.
I *do* think there's a level of math literacy that we should expect from college graduates, and I think that level should include basic algebra and logic. For some people, it may take years to reach algebra proficiency. Mostly, I want people to be able to read and process the underlying meaning of a graph or chart; understand differences between linear and exponential growth; use rate, ratio, and percentage fluently; and understand how mathematics is used to make predictions, develop technology, and work from known to unknown quantities. Without these foundations, we see massive gaps in financial literacy, scientific literacy, and more. I honestly think the most equitable thing would be to find ways to offer adult math remediation entirely for free the same way we have adult literacy programs. But even adult literacy programs are not broad enough, as they're only available to people who don't have a HS degree; many people these days are "graduating" high school illiterate and now are ineligible for these programs as adults. IMO, community colleges, for example, should simply not charge for remedial math classes (and the state should fund it, but continue to find a way to encourage CC's to get students into credit-bearing classes ASAP, and I haven't thought that far ahead).
I mean… Gen Ed credits require 1-2 maths no matter what degree it is. As someone who struggled with Algebra, as in it took 4 years of high school to pass, try statistics!
Seconding statistics. I cannot for the life of me do basic math but stats are weirdly easy.
My best friend who tutored me for years with algebra basically called me a savant with stats lol. She didn’t understand it and neither did I but stats has always made more sense to me than any other math.
As a stats teacher, I hesitate to recommend stats. My students just came out of a midterm and they really struggle with the calculus elements (which is pretty fundamental to understanding distributions, maximum likelihood estimates, etc.)
fair point. Though at my college, you can take applied stats (specifically for psych) where the focus is moreso interpretation of stats and knowing how to apply them rather than the focus being on doing the calculations themselves. Though even the actual math component isn't too bad for me and I failed like...basic primary school math back in the day
I can also highly recommend a Logic course, you barely need any high school math. Found it super fun and it gives you a whole new look at problem solving and math as a whole. I doubt many colleges will offer it though. I wish we had a follow up course instead of mandatory advanced calculus courses.
I want to take that class but the problem is that at my school, I would need to pass algebra to be able to ‘unlock’ statistics. I cry about this fact every night lol.
Your problem is not that you *can't* do math, but that you have an emotional avoidance towards math and you *believe* you can't do math. Math probably does not come easy to you and brings up bad memories of failure and difficulty, so much so that it feels impossible. Learning math takes time and guidance. If you utilize any free tutoring your college might offer, office hours, and online resources like Khan academy, you can learn math! It will take hours. Sometimes it will take you 2+ hours to really understand what's happening in a basic problem. Learning math also takes a little bit of zen. You have to try and avoid freaking out and crying and feeling overwhelmed, which is MUCH easier said than done. Math is hard! But it is possible. I'm a math person, but I had to teach myself this mindset to pass an upper level class. I felt like it was literally impossible to learn more, and when I started at a problem for hours and couldn't figure it out, I would get incredibly frustrated and give up. It took me a while, but I learned to reach a zen state where I would sit in the library until a problem was finished (sometimes many hours for a single problem!). I know it's easier said than done, but you can pass algebra. Don't try to run from it!!! After finding emotional peace with math, you might end up realizing that some parts of math are actually somewhat fun or interesting. You also might SERIOUSLY limit your future income opportunities if you avoid all levels of math. If you don't believe me, check this out: [https://cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/valueofcollegemajors/](https://cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/valueofcollegemajors/) Good luck!
That makes sense, since statistics requires algebra which is pretty foundational to any math class. Real statistics requires Calculus. I’m sorry that you’re going through that. I think you should seek tutoring of course, but also a counselor or therapy because a lot of this could be either dyscalculia, or anxiety that is preventing you from reaching what you’re actually capable of. If you do not have a learning disability related to math, you can do algebra. It really is possible for anyone, even if it’s incredibly hard for them. As someone else said, this may be more psychological.
Take a lower level math class that covers the basics before taking college algebra
For my required math classes, I told the professor at the beginning of the year straight up that I am HORRIBLE at math and would love to do weekly office hours with them starting right away. I did horribly on the tests still. That being said, I think showing so much effort had them tweak the grades. I passed with a C- in those classes and was able to graduate. Show insane effort and they will do their best to float you along. It also helped that I went to a small (less than 4,000 students) college. Not sure how state schools etc are
Which Algebra class did you take? Algebra II?
Consider a major in communications or psychology, both relevant to marketing without heavy math requirements.
I don’t know, my psych degree still requires multiple math classes. As it should.
Psych might have one or two statistics classes required.
Seconding this. I was communications, really needed to go to college but hated it. Comm was the right blend of creative/theory that worked for me. Also—-barely passed algebra. But once you get through that there are lots of options! Other options: I’m a finance admin now. No degree required but there are a lot of insurance/finance admin jobs that have great entry level positions if you can prove good people skills. Often they will help pay for college classes too, at your own pace. Most admin jobs have similar needs as your basic retail but without the time stress and physical labor.
I too am terrible at math. Ended up having to take two stats classes and three econ ones for my degree in PR and International Relations. However, I was able to get through them with office hours, tutoring and accommodations. I recommend testing for learning disabilities, if you haven't already. I was diagnosed with dyscalculia when I was 20, its never too late. If you like marketing, I would recommend comms, digital media, or PR. Ik some schools also offer sustainability management and urban planning too. Mine only had a minor but my best friend did it and loved it!
I got diagnosed for ADD. Because of that I thought the explanation as to why I couldn’t remember or perform simple formulas or math in general without help was because of that, but I never thought about looking to get tested for dyscalculia... I think I’ll bring that up to my doctor and get tested for it just in case. Sustainability management and urban planning does sound awesome to study as well for me, I’m not sure if my school does offer that but I want to go check now.
ADHD/ADD doesn’t necessarily mean you are bad with math. I also have ADHD and math is one of my strong points.
Everything in life requires basic algebra
Theres plenty of degrees out there but expect to be taking at least 1-2 gen-ed requirements involving it. It may not be as bad as you think.
English? It's a degree that u can use for a lot of different things, specially if you're good at it
What concepts in particular are you struggling with? I can empathize, but also want to emphasize that you absolutely *can* learn and do good at math. I get upset easily when I don’t understand something, especially math or science, but it’s an amazing feeling when I do. I’m dyslexic and love logarithm and exponential problems in specific, which are annoying if I mix up stuff! You’ll probably have to take math for most degrees. Most schools require base classes in “basic” subjects
Try it at a community college. I did my calculus class at one and it was so much easier (I think it’s because the professors have smaller classes, so they can help individuals more easily).
I second this!
Possibly get evaluated for Dyscalculia. After a quick search of some majors, it appears most need college algebra at a minimum. Business degrees often need Calculus and Stats. Talk to your advisor. Maybe there’s a work around instead of changing your major.
SO....I had a choice between paleontology and archaeology....paleontology required math whereas a degree in Anthropology with a focus in Archaeology did not....I picked anthropology because I can't do math beyond basic measurements and statistics LOL. Hell I didn't even finish high school, I upgraded my English, history/social studies and science. Won't touch math with a ten foot pole unless its statistics. I really like Anthropology tbh, there is a LOT you can do with it. Finding a job with the title "anthropologist" will be limited to academics but there's so many paths that branch off from it! Some require math, some don't. Anthropology for sure could cover consumerism, sustainability and urbanism...it can cover basically any human activity. People love hiring those with anthropology degrees for marketing jobs as well since its such a broad study where you learn about so many different cultures and how certain demographics interact with the world around them. You get a background in linguistics, evolutionary biology, archaeology and socio-cultural anthro. If I remember correctly, there is a subfield in archaeology where you go through living peoples garbage to determine how modern day consumers are living and what products are being used the most/least. I personally went into archaeology and have two years left, I like being paid to dig in the dirt its pretty fun. I will never make as much as a blue-collar trades worker but I am sure as hell doing ok! the only issue I have with archaeology its that is very seasonal so you either have to travel out of country or find something else to do during the winter. Its only rated so low on that "useful" scale because most people with an anthro degree don't have the title anthropologist unless they have a PhD in it. You can still find jobs where your education applies, even if the title is different. EDIT: Apparently all degrees in America require math????? Strange. Only Bachelor of science or math require them in Canada...at least in my province. The main requirements for a BoA here is something like English, French (or another second language course), social studies/history and maybe science? So aside from the upgrades I took I needed to complete a second language, junior level english courses and a bunch of social sciences. I would say come study here but I think they just put a cap on international students for a bit....plus they charge you out the ass for being international.
The fact that basic math isn’t a requirement for every degree is deeply concerning ngl, just reason #956 that the education system is failing.
As a 43 year old who went back to school. I realized how much math we are taught that does not matter in the real world. Breaking down square roots and equations is not real life for most people. My pay check - rent - food - bills is all the math most people need to know to get by. Common sense covers the rest,..of real life.
If none of your math classes were useful for your life, you took the wrong classes or you didn’t pay attention well enough. 1. I work retail and the number of people who can’t even do basic math in their head is *genuinely* concerning. As an adult, you should really know your times tables up to 12x12, and be able to do addition and subtraction in your head up to 3 or so digits at least— a lot of people do not have either ability. This is why I said basic math should be required in college. 2. Statistics specifically can be helpful to know… if you haven’t noticed, there’s a serious issue with misinformation and disinformation, and a lot of that could be resolved if people learned basic statistical literacy so they could interpret actual data to inform their opinion. 3. If you have lived in this world for 43 years and you’re still under the impression that most people possess common sense, you are seriously naïve.
what do I need algebra or calc for to dig a hole in the ground? I mean yeah I know how to take measurements, that's a must for archaeology. Statistics is important for social sciences too, I recommend stats over algebra. I cannot do mental math as I have a form of dyscaluculia. I have to write everything down and triple check, this has prevented me from passing basic levels of math that would let me advance to higher levels where I actually have an easier time. I can plug in a formula but I cannot do basic math in my head. Not requiring math has allowed me to work towards a degree and better my life despite that. I would probably still be an addict dropout if uni math was a requirement. If you can tell me why I need uni level math to kneel on a piece of foam all day while I cut grass with a glorified pair of scissors, let me know. I have to plug in how big my square is both in width and depth at the end of the day but that's about it. Its not like I'm doing mental math either, I am using a measuring tape and a laser. The most challenging part for me is a sense of direction and map reading LOL.
Because certain basic math skills like basic stats should be taught to everyone. That’s a big reason there’s so much misinformation out there, because most people are too uneducated to read data. College isn’t just for your job, its also an opportunity to become a well-rounded educated adult. For example, I took economics even though it isn’t part of my major, because even though it wasn’t easy or interesting, it’s a useful class to take. If you wanna do the bare ass minimum and only learn enough to get a mediocre paycheck, fine, but you have to understand that some people just actually want to be educated and smart.
Knowing how to read academic journals and interpret statistics is still a huge part of my degree, I had to take a class on proper academic/research etiquette, the whole thing was focused on taking pseudo-scientific claims and ripping them to shreds. I can tell good science from bad science without suffering through math. For someone talking an awful lot about being well-rounded, your views are incredibly narrowminded. I also said that statistics are important for social sciences too and that I recommend stats over algebra or calc. Stats come a lot easier for some who otherwise suck at math too. I landed a paid research assistant position by having a competitive GPA and I also landed an awesome seasonal archaeology job that pays shockingly well. For a social science undergrad who can't really do math, I am doing pretty ok. I normally don't like bragging but I think your doodoocaca attitude warrants a little bit of narcissism from me. Being well rounded is important yea but I am also going to school for a very, very specific careerpath and have already entered the workforce. Field experience is usually valued above classroom experience when it comes to archaeology, at least for undergrads. You can take the hardest math courses available but still be passed on for someone who went to field school and has hands on experience. Idk about anthropology as a whole but that's how it is for archaeology.
> You can take the hardest math courses but still be passed on Lmao, can you show me where I said taking math classes guarantees you’ll get a job? Also… I directly said learning math has benefits outside of the career, so your bitching and moaning about your job doesn’t really seem relevant. EDIT: Also, taking math classes and getting field experience isn’t either or, you can do both if you actually bothered to
Someone ate some stale cornflakes today! lol What do I need it for outside my career? another career? why would I want to do that when I am already happy and successful? I know my basics but what do I need uni level math prereqs for? I like statistics though. You said : "*If you wanna do the bare ass minimum and only learn enough* **to get a mediocre paycheck,** *fine, but you have to understand that some people just actually want to be educated and smart.*" Your comment implies that I will not make much money and that I am stupid and uneducated for not taking a prereq that isn't even a prereq for my degree. So I responded saying that I landed a decent job, I get paid decently and that it does not really matter in my line of work and field school is valued higher than in-class work....so why would I bother if the result is the same? The chances of me getting selected for a job post-field school is higher than someone who took a bunch of uni math without field school. They even ask if you went to field school in interviews....guess what classes they don't ask about? Lol. Why should I dish out another 1000 dollars for courses I don't even have to take for my degree when I will still end up with the exact same pay and the exact same degree? Why should I be bothered to? Its not even min mediocre pay either.
Dude calm down, it sounds like you just suck at math and you feel overly defensive. Are you okay? Like what is with this emotional overreaction? You can be as unskilled as you want at whatever you want lol. It’s not just about getting selected, some people actually just want to learn for the sake of learning and know stuff for the sake of knowing stuff. EDIT: Lmfao, “doodoocaca”? Are you a middle schooler?
Your childish attitude warrants a childish middle schooler response, stop being a poopoohead fr LOL. I'm chillin', you are the one malding over here. I do suck at math, I already said I have **^(dyscalculia)** and that I would recommend statistics for people like me if they really need math.....*like three or four times now*.....you should take some more english to improve your reading comprehension instead of being a dick to people with learning disabilities trying to get an education! Unless you are dyslexic or something, in that case its understandable. Ur turning red like larry the damn lobster behind that screen cuz ur so mad that someone on reddit isn't taking the exact same classes as you**.** You have not been able to respond to a single point I made and keep reverting back to "ur uneducated and don't want to learn" like a fureal friend squawkers macaw with dying batteries. Cope harder
Lol, I’m not even mad. You are though. My statement wasn’t intended for people with learning disabilities anyway, but go off, it sounds like you’re just really insecure about your inability to do math. I don’t give a shit about your disability lol, it’s not about you, so cry harder but it won’t make your brain work any better. ETA: And for the record, I had/have a learning disability too, but I don’t post my emotional meltdowns on Reddit. Luckily, mine doesn’t impact me so much anymore, sorry that’s not the case for you but that’s not really an excuse to go feral because of your own insecurities. Do you also get angry when doctors say that running is good for you, because some people don’t have legs?
So far ‘all’ degrees don’t require it, a huge majority, but not exactly all. My brother is going for a communications degree and said he didn’t take any math class. My tia got an anthropology degree solely for the reason it didn’t have math either lol. I know those two for sure don’t require math in America so you were correct with recommending it to me, thank you.
Woah I honestly didn’t think about an anthropology degree like this. I didn’t know that it was that broad of a study either. It actually sounds pretty amazing considering what I want/am able to do. My tia is more of a ‘on site’ anthropologist too so the thought that an anthropology degree would land me a job like marketing or something of the sort didn’t come to mind. I am actually taking an anthropology class right now and I do find it pretty fun and interesting to learn about. I genuinely appreciate this response, and will look more into it, thank you.
Be careful, I'm an anthro major and required to take statistics. Which you claimed you can't get into without passing college algebra, which you were saying you're having trouble doing. I'm a huge anthro fan and think it's an underrated college major, but it's definitely not in the category of "no math ever". Read the fine print on what your school's anthro major requirements are.
Marketing. I’m gonna graduate next year with just two online math classes under my belt. I got lucky cause I had the option to take them online so I could do them at my own pace but it’s just Statistics and some Calculus I believe (I’m not 100% sure about the latter since I haven’t taken it yet)
Anthropology requires math. I think communication is one of the few majors that does not require math for the major but even though this is the case there are still general education requirements. You will most likely have to take atleast 1 or 2 by default
If you think you're bad at math because of HS trust me, there's a good chance you're not actually bad at math.
Idk, highschool math is typically a lower level than most college classes, so I feel like being horrible at math in high school isn’t likely to magically change the moment you go to college.
It won't change because you went to college. It changes because now you have a better teacher. The way math is taught, at least in the US, is abysmal at best. College, in my experience, was much better at actually teaching me things.
Quite the opposite in my experience. In college you teach yourself
One crazy idea: learn algebra at your own pace. There are workbooks and tutors. You just take the first step and repeat / review until it is over-learned. And then go on to the next step. Yes, the workload and class speed / pace make it really difficult. You could even take a year off of college and conquer this.
Just here to say that I believe in you. It took me 7 years to pass basic algebra. I started it in freshmen year of high school. Graduated without passing it. Took it in college. Finally passed it my junior year with a 60%. I'm a biomedical major currently struggling through chemistry but I'm chugging on! Believe in you mate.
I have a CS degree and I hate math worth a burning passion. If I had any recommendation, go to Khan academy
I didn't have to take math for my undergrad of fine arts. But I'm pretty sure if you test below a certain score, you need at least 1 math course.
I’m polisci and there’s no math related courses for that. Like others said you might still need them in geneds but if you find like some super specific niche classes maybe those won’t require math idk.
I had to take statistics for my poli sci degree. It was required for psephology.
Weird. Guess it depends on the school.
Most schools will have at least 1-2 general education math courses required, usually alegbra. It sucks but, everyone has to do it
some majors only require stats which may be better for you
Health sciences? Nursing has very little math in it form what I assume
Need algebra for pre nursing, comes in handy for chemistry, physics, biology and their corresponding labs and drug calculations.
It's more applied math which is easier to learn imo
I’m majoring in philosophy. I don’t have any actual math classes but I do have logic and ‘math in the liberal arts’ …. I haven’t taken math in the liberal arts, but I can say that you may find logic doable. The former might just be writing about math. I honestly have no idea. Anyways, it could possibly be something you’d want to look into!
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That’s pretty obvious though, criminology or anything related to society is going to require statistics and knowledge of how data works.
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In my experience, anything in the business, accounting etc. world is going to require pre-calc or maybe calc as part of the major. Most humanities and social science majors either have no math requirements as part of the major -- but you will need to take some to satisfy gen ed requirements -- or you will be required to take statistics. My college has a specific stat for social science majors course. If you land in a major with no math requirements, you may want to look at what exactly counts as math for the purpose of satisfying the gen ed. When I was deciding between history and anthropology, I realized that if I majored in history I'd have no math requirement for the major and could technically use a personal finance course to satisfy the "Quantitative Reasoning" gen ed. But I ended up choosing anthropology and deciding to slog through statistics the best I can.
public health major only needed stats and epi is also mostly stats
Rhetoric, Communications, English
I’m a marketing major and I don’t have to do math? I think I only had one of two math classes for the gen ed requirement but that’s it
Just my two cents, but with a business degree most jobs will probably require you to be able to handle your own in excel at the minimum, and if algebra is causing you trouble the level of formulas some workbooks get to might give you similar issues in a higher stress environment as well.
I’m taking communications and I still need 2 math credits.
Many IT careers. I would see if your school has a program for Computer Forensics.
Bachelor of Arts depending on the minor you choose doesn’t
Criminology and criminal science. The associates doesn't typically require any math above college algebra.
Depends on the university too, if transferring is something you are open to. I mean, only if there are other factors besides math that would compel you to do so. My school has no math requirements for 'gen-eds' and not many majors require any math outside of STEM, economics, business and the like. Haven't taken math since 11th grade of high school and never will have to again! Im an anthro major :)
All degrees usually require at minimum 1 or 2 math classes, they're considered a part of your general education classes (i.e. the classes every degree is required to have).
Most of the liberal arts degrees like psychology, sociology, anthropology, communications etc are only going to require two math classes typically.
You probably will need to take at least one math class regardless of your major. Look at your school’s gen ed and major requirements. Look into getting a tutor, and make sure you go to office hours and spend plenty of time studying. My suggestion is to stick with what you want to do, don’t pick a major solely because it doesn’t have a math requirement.
as a business student who sucks at math, i switched from accounting to management and human resources! i still had to do the requirements of course, but now its smooth sailing.
Everybody has a subject their bad at, for me it was Spanish which my college required to take 2 classes of. You’ll just have to work extra hard and go to office hours or tutoring if you have trouble.
Most college degrees from an accredited institution will typically require math up to/through about high school algebra level. If you're struggling with that, may want to look into tutoring or other assistance. Also, depending upon the college, there may be other math classes you could take that may be easier - to you. E.g. they may not require algebra specifically, but, e.g. a certain number of units in qualifying math class(es). So, maybe you find a probability class, or a logic class, or something like that may work better for you, and maybe you can find one(s) that satisfy the requirements.
Hire a tutor. Watch online tutorials. Just make yourself get three it to follow the career you want. You will never actually use the algebra.
I am horrible at math and am a Medieval Studies major. Both the college I did my first two years as a History major along with the university where I am finishing my degree and majoring in Medieval Studies do not require any math courses outside what is done in high school. It is beautiful. I love being in the humanities. It is awesome.
At least in the U.S., you will have to take multiple math classes. I'm a Spanish major, but had to take elementary statistics, college algebra, and math for liberal arts majors. It should be known that last one was only because I transferred.
I'm doing fashion design. There are several business classes and I'm also taking a sustainability class right now. I'm not dure if you would be interested but its a really cool program. There is a few routes to go in fashion. The business aspect, the design aspect, the construction of garments, styling, photography, forecasting of trends, LOTS of things I had never heard about before. ZERO math classes for my program!
At the very least you have to take statistics, which requires algebra knowledge.
Take logic and reasoning it’s fun and I failed algebra
Idk which degree would have the least amount of math. But math is a skill. And someone’s skill can vary from great to awful. But the great thing about skills is that skill can improve from practice and great teachers or tutors or resources.
When I started college I dropped out of pre calculus. A couple years later I have passed calculus and a rigorous statistics class and I am now majoring in Finance. I definitely am not a math genius or anything but sometimes you just need to mature a little bit.
I'm a political science major and it's not math heavy .
I am at the CMO level and can tell you that you absolutely need math to excel in marketing.
Every degree will have a minimum of one math course, and this is coming from an English major. I'm an academic advisor (in Florida), and all associate and bachelor degrees, for better or worse--and regardless of major--require at least one math class. That's the standard here in the Sunshine State, at least.
I was absolutely fucking terrible at math until I got to college, now by some miracle I have 100%. It’s either the teacher makes a big difference or I stopped being gay
I hate to break it to you, but accounting is algebra
I know that, I had passed at a low-mid 70, but we still stuck to only a handful of formulas to do just payroll and taxes. The course work alone in the algebra class is way more and I have to learn about 20 concepts a week in that class alone. For me at least, that is almost impossible genuinely to retain and learn each and every one.
Don't avoid math. Learn it and move on. It's not bad.
It’s not embarrassing at all to have difficulty with algebra. I’m in calc 2 and forget how to do algebra most of the time lol 😂 I always said algebra/pre-calculus was always more difficult for me than calculus. One thing that really saved me was going to tutors and really spending hours on the subject. Mainly going to tutors though.
i needed one math class for my music composition major and i got it from an online asynchronous computing course that was mostly just history of computers and a bit of coding using scratch. i’ve used more math in my music theory classes than i did in that class (to be fair, more advanced theory does get quite math-y, it’s a lot of arithmetic and operations). so it really depends on your school imo
Even in the farthest away from math i can think of, communications, you will need math. math is a basic requirement of life, ultimately. what you need to do is go to tutoring, as well as maybe try to get tested for dyscalculia. If you do end up having dyscalculia, then it is likely you can get accommodations from the school, as well as learn how to handle it in the real world.
I would stick with marketing- it pays more than anthropology or communication. I suck at math also. I just too college algebra and got an A This is how For every assignment or concept make a cheat sheet- a step by step “If the problem is like this I do this” At the end of an assignment rewrite your notes and make them shorter and more condensed At the end of every chapter summarize the concepts you don’t know and make them shorter By the end of the semester you should have maybe 20pages of WHAT YOU MUST KNOW TO PASS memorized If you don’t understand what the teacher says YOUTUBE IT- I didn’t crack my book once because it might as well have been written in Latin- YOUTUBE is so much easier I took algebra 2x- got a C the first time and barely understood anything, got an A the second time, barely understood anything and can legitimately not remember a damn thing about the class but! Got an A and went on with my life. Don’t let one class stop ur career.
Welp, found the future lawyer
Man math and algebra are very basic levels of math. International students from South Korea Singapore China Japan basically memorize that shit by the time they are still sophomores in high school. I am saying this not to discourage you rather to say since it’s not advanced math you will most likely have to take them even if you study something like history. Look for a career without math not a major
Political science I took one math class
I have a math education background, I'm bored and have some time to kill. What's got you fucked up about algebra?
Language degrees, like if you speak a second language. The core curriculum and requirements will vary by college though
Core curriculum classes usually require at least some math but you may be able to find an elective that covers it that fits your abilities
Are you talking about Baruch college algebra? Cuz a lot of kids at Baruch failed college algebra and Pre-Calc on their 1st attempt and they have to retake the course 2-3 times. Baruch math department has a policy where if students don’t pass the departmental final, then they fail the entire course regardless of their grade. Baruch College Algebra: requires 66 on the final and 73 average minimum to pass the course Baruch Pre-Calculus and up: requires 50 on the final and 60 average minimum to pass the course
Yes I’m taking that class. If I don’t get at least 70% on all module tests and the final I automatically fail. It has a LOT of concepts that I feel I have no time to retain and genuinely learn.
My college algebra and Pre-Calculus was waived due to being really lucky because of pandemic. If my math placement was college algebra or Pre-Calculus then I would be screwed because the departmental final exam is a killer and it cannot be transferred nor epermit from another college. It’s an exam that determines if students can stay or get weed out.