Maine Community Colleges
Mathematics Programs
Mathematics coursework at community colleges in this state. College algebra, precalculus, calculus, and statistics for transfer to four-year programs.
6 colleges · 252 sections · 45 unique courses · Fall 2026
Math is among the most consequential coursework students take at Maine 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. 6 MCCS institutions offer 252 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Maine Community College | 131 | 17 | 56 | — | — |
| Central Maine Community College | 64 | 13 | 24 | — | — |
| Eastern Maine Community College | 29 | 13 | 15 | — | — |
| Washington County Community College | 14 | 5 | 7 | — | — |
| Northern Maine Community College | 10 | 2 | 5 | — | — |
| York County Community College | 4 | 2 | 2 | — | — |
Mathematics Availability Snapshot
How mathematics sections are being offered across 6 colleges in Maine this term (252 sections total).
Delivery format
- in person114 (45%)
- online109 (43%)
- hybrid29 (12%)
When sections meet
- Morning (before noon)78
- Afternoon (noon–5 PM)63
- Evening (5 PM and after)10
- Asynchronous / TBA101
Start dates
Sections begin on 6 distinct dates. 84 late-start more than two weeks after the term's earliest start.
Instructor diversity
Taught by 9 distinct instructors across 6 colleges.
Common Mathematics courses
- MATH 140College Algebra(29 sections)
- MATH 112Quantitative Reasoning(27 sections)
- MATH 155Statistics(21 sections)
- MAT 115Quantitative Reasoning(18 sections)
- MAT 101Business Mathematic(11 sections)
- MAT 104Technical Mathematic(11 sections)
- MAT 116College Algebra(11 sections)
- MAT 122College Algebra(11 sections)
- MATH 040Pathway To College Mathematics(11 sections)
- MATH 146Introduction to Trigonometry(10 sections)
- MAT 135Statistics(9 sections)
- MATH 130Technical Mathematics(8 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 Maine 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 Maine 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 MCCS college articulate to the standard calculus sequence at Maine 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?
- Maine 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 Maine’s mathematics programs stack up.
Other programs in Maine
Some programs may not be offered at every college — pages render only when the program meets a coverage threshold for the state.