Math Pathways

Starting in the fall 2025, K-State will offer math course pathways that are determined by the student’s major.

K-State Math Pathways Gateway Courses

College Algebra Pathway
MATH 100: College Algebra

Some programs require an advanced math course to fulfill this pathway.*
Contemporary Mathematics Pathway
MATH 160: Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics
Elementary Statistics Pathway
STAT 225: Introduction to Statistics

*Students should consult their advisor and appropriate degree maps to determine their math pathway and their gateway course.

Choosing a First Math Course

Corequisite Courses

A student passing any of the multiple placement measures may take the standard course. Otherwise, the student must take a corequisite course alongside the standard course. Corequisite courses give timely background on the topic to promote student success. The gateway courses with corequisite at K-State are:

K-State Math Pathways Gateway Courses with Corequisite Support

College Algebra Pathway
MATH 100 College Algebra
+ MATH 101 College Algebra Support
Contemporary Mathematics Pathway
MATH 160 Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics
+ MATH 161 Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics Support
Elementary Statistics Pathway
STAT 225: Introduction to Statistics
+ STAT 226 Introduction to Statistics Support

By KBOR statute, credits from the corequisite courses will not count toward a student's associate or baccalaureate degree.

KBOR Math Course Decisions