Nebraska Community Colleges
Mathematics Programs
Mathematics coursework at community colleges in this state. College algebra, precalculus, calculus, and statistics for transfer to four-year programs.
8 colleges · 735 sections · 58 unique courses · Fall 2026 · Updated today
Math is among the most consequential coursework students take at Nebraska 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. 8 NCCA institutions offer 735 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
Mathematics is a transfer program — community colleges offer the coursework; you earn the degree, and its earnings, at a four-year university. See where it transfers →
| College | Sections | Courses | Online |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Community College Area | 211 | 17 | — |
| Metropolitan Community College Area | 176 | 17 | 58 |
| Central Community College | 120 | 15 | 22 |
| Mid-Plains Community College | 97 | 9 | 14 |
| Northeast Community College | 72 | 19 | 20 |
| Western Nebraska Community College | 44 | 9 | 11 |
| Nebraska Indian Community College | 11 | 5 | — |
| Little Priest Tribal College | 4 | 4 | 1 |
Mathematics Availability Snapshot
How mathematics sections are being offered across 8 colleges in Nebraska this term (735 sections total).
Delivery format
- in person609 (83%)
- online91 (12%)
- zoom35 (5%)
When sections meet
- Morning (before noon)246
- Afternoon (noon–5 PM)169
- Evening (5 PM and after)64
- Asynchronous / TBA256
Start dates
Sections begin on 17 distinct dates. 204 late-start more than two weeks after the term's earliest start.
Instructor diversity
Taught by 154 distinct instructors across 8 colleges.
Degree requirements by college
Expand a college to see the courses required for graduation. Data sourced from each college's official catalog.
Western Nebraska Community College6 programs
Common Mathematics courses
- MATH 1150College Algebra(143 sections)
- MATH 1020Technical Math(53 sections)
- MATH 2170Applied Statistics(51 sections)
- MATH 1600Calculus I & Analytic Geometry(38 sections)
- MATH 1312Intermediate Algebra(36 sections)
- MATH 0900Basic Arithmetic(34 sections)
- MATH 0960Beginning Algebra(34 sections)
- MATH 1100Math for Liberal Arts(32 sections)
- MATH 0910Pre-Algebra(32 sections)
- MATH 1130Elementary Algebra(20 sections)
- MATH 1050Occupational Math(17 sections)
- MATH 0940Pre-Algebra(16 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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska 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 NCCA college articulate to the standard calculus sequence at Nebraska 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?
- Nebraska 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 Nebraska’s mathematics programs stack up.
Other programs in Nebraska
Some programs may not be offered at every college — pages render only when the program meets a coverage threshold for the state.