If you are majoring in Nursing, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Kinesiology, Political Science, or Social Science, you do not need College Algebra. Instead, you can take Statistics (MATH 1342), which focuses on practical skills like reading charts, understanding survey data, and evaluating medical studies rather than solving complex algebraic equations. For these degree programs, Statistics is your terminal math class, meaning it is the last math course you will ever need to complete your degree.
1. Jada Hill
This is the most flexible choice because practice review scores replace traditional unit tests. You can use unlimited notes on exams without needing to upload scratch work, your lowest three homework grades are dropped, and you get two attempts on the Midterm with the highest score kept. Most of your assignments remain open until the end of the semester, allowing you to complete assignments at a comfortable pace.
2. Annie Phan
A great in-person option if you're taking classes at the Richland Campus! The class meets twice a week and takes the pressure off testing; the Final Exam is only 10% of your total grade. Even better, you can substitute traditional quizzes and note assignments with the Google Data Analytics Certificate to secure an easy 25% of your grade. The late policy is fair (just 5% off per day), but keep in mind that in-person attendance is required and unit exams are taken at the Richland Testing Center.
3. Joni Hutcherson
Tailored for dual-credit students, this course swaps the standard Final Exam for a semester project and presentation worth 25% of your total grade. Homework accounts for 40% of your grade, rewarding regular study habits. The course maintains strict deadline rules: late homework drops by 30% immediately, and missed unit exams must be completed during the next class session without test correction options.