Quantitative Reasoning (Q)

In the Quantitative Reasoning (Q) category of the University Studies Program (USP), students will reason and solve quantitative problems from a wide array of authentic contexts and everyday situations.

Required Student Learning Outcomes

In order to meet the Quantitative Reasoning requirement, courses must meet all three of the Quantitative Reasoning Student Learning Outcomes.  

Quantitative Reasoning Student Learning Outcomes

  • Formulate, analyze, and interpret quantitative arguments in a variety of settings.
  • Solve quantitative problems from a wide array of authentic contexts and everyday situations.
  • Communicate arguments in a variety of formats (e.g., words, tables, graphs, mathematical equations).

Policies

USP Policies:

  • Courses may be required for the major, but cannot be taken from the major department.

Q Application Form

Q Courses (Updated 3/1/24)

For more information, please contact Chrissy Wade, USP Chair or Jake Hayden, USP Coordinator.