Florida Community Colleges
Mathematics Programs
Mathematics coursework at community colleges in this state. College algebra, precalculus, calculus, and statistics for transfer to four-year programs.
10 colleges · 466 sections · 14 unique courses · Fall 2026
Math is among the most consequential coursework students take at Florida community colleges — both because it gates progress into many degrees (nursing, engineering, business) and because it's the most-failed subject for community college students nationally. 10 FCS institutions offer 466 sections this term, from developmental algebra through Calculus III, statistics, and discrete math.
The math associate as a standalone credential is rare — most students taking lots of math at CC are using it as pre-engineering, pre-CS, pre-actuarial, or pre-finance preparation. Compare colleges below by section availability (especially calculus, which not every CC offers locally) and online vs in-person options.
Colleges offering Mathematics
| College | Sections | Courses | Online | Awards/yr | 5-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valencia College | 225 | 4 | 85 | — | — |
| Indian River State College | 57 | 2 | 10 | — | — |
| Pasco-Hernando State College | 51 | 5 | 6 | — | — |
| State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota | 40 | 3 | — | — | — |
| Lake-Sumter State College | 25 | 2 | 6 | — | — |
| South Florida State College | 25 | 4 | — | — | — |
| Gulf Coast State College | 18 | 2 | — | — | — |
| St. Johns River State College | 14 | 4 | — | — | — |
| The College of the Florida Keys | 6 | 3 | 6 | — | — |
| Northwest Florida State College | 5 | 2 | — | — | — |
Mathematics Availability Snapshot
How mathematics sections are being offered across 10 colleges in Florida this term (466 sections total).
Delivery format
- in person353 (76%)
- online113 (24%)
When sections meet
- Morning (before noon)165
- Afternoon (noon–5 PM)122
- Evening (5 PM and after)52
- Asynchronous / TBA127
Start dates
Sections begin on 16 distinct dates. 37 late-start more than two weeks after the term's earliest start.
Instructor diversity
Taught by 217 distinct instructors across 10 colleges.
Common Mathematics courses
- MAT 1033CIntermediate Algebra(167 sections)
- MAT 1033Intermediate Algebra(153 sections)
- MAT 0022CDevelopmental Math Combined(37 sections)
- MAT 0028Developmental Mathematics II(31 sections)
- MAT 0014Math Fundamentals(13 sections)
- MAT 0018CDevelopmental Math I(13 sections)
- MAT 0012Developmental Arithmetic with Algebra(9 sections)
- MAT 0018Developmental Mathematics I(8 sections)
- MAT 0022Developmental Mathematic Comb(8 sections)
- MAT 0028CDevelopmental Math II(8 sections)
- MAT 0055Developmental Math Module 1(7 sections)
- MAT 1100Pathways to Mathematical Literacy(6 sections)
Frequently asked questions
- Which math classes count for a four-year college?
- College Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Statistics, Calculus I/II/III, and Differential Equations transfer cleanly to Florida four-year programs. Developmental math (pre-algebra, basic algebra) doesn't transfer but is often required to enter college-level math. Take the placement test before enrolling; many Florida colleges now offer accelerated pathways that skip much of the developmental sequence.
- Can I take Calculus at a community college and transfer it cleanly?
- Yes — Calculus I, II, and III at any FCS college articulate to the standard calculus sequence at Florida four-year programs. This is one of the strongest CC value propositions: same content as the four-year, smaller class sizes, much lower tuition. Many engineering and physics majors intentionally take calculus at CC before transferring.
- What can I do with a math associate degree?
- Standalone: not much directly — entry roles for math-heavy careers (actuarial, statistician, data analyst) require a bachelor's. The associate is most valuable as the lower-division foundation for transfer to math, engineering, computer science, economics, or finance bachelor's programs.
- How do I know which math course to start with?
- Florida community colleges use placement tests (Accuplacer, ALEKS, multiple-measures placement) or your high-school transcript GPA + most-recent math grade to place you. Most colleges allow you to challenge a higher placement. Talk to a math advisor before your first semester — placing too low costs time and tuition; placing too high causes a failed course.
Compare Mathematics programs in other states
Same comparison view, different state systems. Useful if you’re considering an out-of-state community college or just want to see how Florida’s mathematics programs stack up.
Other programs in Florida
Some programs may not be offered at every college — pages render only when the program meets a coverage threshold for the state.