Math & Science Courses for College Credit

Earn college credits for math and science courses including topics such as Business Statistics, Algebra, Biology, and more with Penn Foster College.

Whether you want to get a jump-start on your college education or earn additional credits towards a degree, Penn Foster College is here to help. Study online, at your own time, and receive support when you need it from our expert faculty and staff.

Math & Science

(3 CREDITS)

Presentation of data; frequency distribution; averages; dispersion and skewness; index numbers; time series analysis; correlation and forecasting; the theory of probability and statistical inference.

Requires Proctored Exam

Prerequisite: Mathematics for Business and Finance

Textbook: Statistics for Business and Economics

Course Syllabus (PDF)

To enroll, call 1-800-238-9554

Computer Specifications: You will need high-speed internet access to begin your program. You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 7® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running OS X® or later, and an email account to complete your program with Penn Foster.
(3 CREDITS)

Surveys a broad range of topics within the fields of geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy.

Requires Proctored Exam

Textbook: Foundations of Earth Science

Course Syllabus (PDF)

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Computer Specifications: You will need high-speed internet access to begin your program. You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 7® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running OS X® or later, and an email account to complete your program with Penn Foster.
(3 CREDITS)

Students learn the essential math skills necessary for future success in an AS technology program. The course of study includes a review of basic math functions, including trades-based examples, the metric system, formulas, introductory algebra, applied geometry, and some practical applications of trigonometry.

Requires Proctored Exam

Course Syllabus (PDF)

To enroll, call 1-800-238-9554

Computer Specifications: You will need high-speed internet access to begin your program. You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 7® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running OS X® or later, and an email account to complete your program with Penn Foster.
(3 CREDITS)

Study basic algebraic concepts. Review the systems of equations, polynomials, and radicals. Learn how to factor polynomial expressions and simplify rational expressions.

Requires Proctored Exam

Textbook: Intermediate Algebra

E-Book: Intermediate Algebra

Course Syllabus (PDF)

To enroll, call 1-800-238-9554

Computer Specifications: You will need high-speed internet access to begin your program. You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 7® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running OS X® or later, and an email account to complete your program with Penn Foster.
(3 CREDITS)

An introductory course that explains the origin of life and the relationships between all living things. It describes how a significant number of organisms are structured and how they work, in order to enable students to discuss intelligently the various forms of life and their processes.

Requires Proctored Exam

Course Syllabus (PDF)

To enroll, call 1-800-238-9554

Computer Specifications: You will need high-speed internet access to begin your program. You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 7® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running OS X® or later, and an email account to complete your program with Penn Foster.
(3 CREDITS)

Personal decision making about nutrition; nutrition science; water; exercise; human growth and aging; safety of the food supply; the global view.

Requires Proctored Exam

Textbook: Nutrition for Life

Course Syllabus (PDF)

To enroll, call 1-800-238-9554

Computer Specifications: You will need high-speed internet access to begin your program. You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 7® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running OS X® or later, and an email account to complete your program with Penn Foster.
(3 CREDITS)

This course covers precalculus concepts that all college students need as prerequisites to calculus and other related courses required in many undergraduate majors. Specific topics include exponents, logarithms, sequences, series, trigonometric functions, analytic trigonometry, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, conic sections, polar coordinates, and limits.

Requires Proctored Exam

Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra

Textbook: Precalculus

Course Syllabus (PDF)

To enroll, call 1-800-238-9554

Computer Specifications: You will need high-speed internet access to begin your program. You will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 7® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running OS X® or later, and an email account to complete your program with Penn Foster.

$499 per course

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FAQ

Can you take math and science courses online?

Yes! Online math and science courses can help you learn sometimes difficult concepts on your own schedule and can help you fulfill general education requirements at most colleges.

What can you do with a math and science degree?

A degree in math and science can build the foundation for a lot of STEM related careers, including becoming a data scientist, working in healthcare, and more. Depending on the career path you’re interested in, you may need to pursue additional education and training through a bachelor’s or master’s degree.

How are math and science related?

Math and science have a close relationship. While science doesn’t play a large role in mathematics, math informs a lot of equations, theories, and experiments in science. Learning both subjects is often important to fully understanding science and can provide a foundation for higher-level courses in math and science.

Refund Policy

At Penn Foster, we continue to develop new ways to expand and improve student satisfaction. However, if the course isn't the right fit for you or you are not satisfied with your experience, we do offer a refund policy. If you cancel within the first 6 days of enrollment you will receive a full refund. After the first 6 days your refund amount will be based on:

Lessons completed

Tuition collected

Enrollment date

For more information, visit Penn Foster’s refund policy page.

Learn even more by viewing a sample enrollment agreement.