CEPS offers students an opportunity to pursue either a professional education leading to a bachelor of science (B.S.) degree or a broad liberal arts education leading to a bachelor of arts (B.A.) degree. Students may also combine their major with a dual major in International Affairs. The following programs for first-year students are offered by CEPS:

Declaring a Major

• Many students choose CEPS as their college because mathematics and science are their favorite subjects in high school, even though they are unsure about their choice of a major. In this case we advise you to enroll as Undeclared. As such, you will be advised by the Associate Dean in the college and will enroll in a course (TECH 400: Introduction to the CEPS Programs) that meets twice a week for a total of three hours and provides an overview of the career opportunities and programs of study offered by each of the college’s nine departments. Although TECH 400 is required for undeclared majors in CEPS, we advise any student to take this course to explore other majors or to confirm their interest in the major they have chosen.

Mathematics Placement Test

Test not available until May 16

• First-year students arrive at UNH with a wide range of mathematics preparation. It is important that you begin your UNH experience in the appropriate mathematics course. For that reason,

Every incoming CEPS student must take a mathematics placement test

• Those who choose not to take the placement test will be automatically placed into MATH 418 (Analysis and Application of Function, the pre-requisite course to MATH 425), regardless of high school MATH background or Advanced Placement Credits.

What is the Mathematics Placement Test?

• The test is a 40-question multiple-choice test covering topics from algebra and pre-calculus.  Calculator use is not allowed on the test.

When is the placement test given?

• Every incoming CEPS student is asked to complete an online Mathematics Evaluation prior to coming to their June Orientation session. This online evaluation is the foundation upon which their first semester schedule is created prior to their arrival.
  

Where can I find the Mathematics Placement Test?

• 13 CEPS Online Test How To Access the Evaluation

• Review information about the test and click on MATH 425 Placement Test Information. 

• Click to take the math evaluation, beginning May 17

Choosing First-Semester Courses

A sample selection of courses is listed below for each major. In every case there is an opportunity for choosing some Discovery courses that satisfy the University’s General Education Requirement. Unless you receive AP English credit, you will be required to take First-Year Writing (ENGL 401) in your first year. If ENGL 401 is listed with your major, you will take it in your first semester; otherwise, you will take ENGL 401 in your second semester (see recommended list of courses).

A semester course load usually consists of four 4-credit courses and possibly a 1 credit seminar. First-year students usually take courses numbered in the 400s and 500s.

Language Placement Test (French/Spanish)

For those taking, French or Spanish in the fall

• You must take the online French and Spanish Placement at www.unh.edu/languages/placement before your June orientation. Your advisor will have the test result.

Becoming a part of the CEPS community

You will have several classes with other students in your major. You may want to form study groups or join a club associated with your major. Many departments have a study lounge and a computer cluster specifically reserved for their majors. Most departments have honor societies that offer student-run tutoring. Finally, you will have a faculty advisor in your major who can serve as a mentor. Please see your adviser and take advantage of these opportunities as quickly as possible to make your connection to the CEPS community.

Recommended First Semester Courses for CEPS Majors

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*Course choice will be determined by MATH placement test 
** CHEM 403 if no high school chemistry (CHEM 404 will be required in the spring semester)
***Consult with an advisor during June Orientation