All incoming students will be placed into the appropriate Math course based on the Math Placement (MP) unless they are transferring in previously received math credits. The MP assesses knowledge of topics covered in algebra, trigonometry, precalculus, and calculus. This information is used in combination with a student's intended major to select first-year math class(es) at Wentworth. 

For the following major(s), depending on their Math Placement score, students are placed into MATH1000 or MATH1500 or MATH1600/MATH1776 or MATH1776/MATH1777. Note that students placed into MATH1000 or MATH1500 or MATH1600/MATH1776 may need to take coursework in the summer following their first year to maintain their expected graduation date.

• Applied Mathematics
• Applied Sciences
• Biological Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• Electrical Engineering
• Electromechanical Engineering
• Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

For the following major(s), depending on their Math Placement score, students are placed into MATH1000 or MATH1500 or MATH1600/MATH1776 or MATH1776/MATH1777. Note that students placed into MATH1000 may need to take coursework in the summer following their first year to maintain their expected graduation date.

• Computer Science & Society
• Information Technology

For the following major(s), depending on their Math Placement score, students are placed into MATH1000 or MATH1500 or MATH1600/MATH1776 or MATH1776/MATH1777.

• Architecture
• Construction Management

For the following major(s), students are placed into MATH1000.

• Computer Information Systems
• Interior Design

For the following major(s), students are placed into MATH1020.

• Industrial Design

For the following major(s), students are placed into MATH1040.

• Business Management