MTH 180 - OpSTEM Calculus

MTH 180 – Operation STEM Calculus is a tuition-free, 6-week summer course. The content delivered is identical to the content delivered in MTH 181 — Calculus I. Most STEM fields expect students to enter university prepared to take Calculus I. However, this is not always the case. This course is supported by STEM Peer Teachers (SPTs) who provide academic guidance, structured problem-solving support, and collaborative learning opportunities throughout the course in collaboration with the instructor. Upon successful completion of MTH 180, students will earn credit for MTH 181 — Calculus I on their transcript.


Summer 2026 Details

MTH 180 - OpSTEM Summer Calculus will run from May 19th - June 27th, Monday thru Friday, from 10AM - 1PM.


When is this class offered in the summer? 

MTH 180 is offered during the first six-week session of each summer term. Students meet Monday–Friday, from 10AM – 1PM on campus. 


Who is eligible to enroll in MTH 180? 

Seats in MTH 180 are automatically secured for all eligible OpSTEM Scholars. Students who are not OpSTEM Scholars must apply and be awarded an Operation STEM scholarship to enroll in the course. 


Who is eligible to apply for the MTH 180 - OpSTEM Calculus Scholarship?

Students who are interested in applying for the scholarship must: 

  • Have successfully completed MTH 168 — Precalculus II with a C or higher.

  • Be enrolled in a STEM major which requires MTH 181 & MTH 182 (Calculus I & II)

  • Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher


How do students access the application, and when will they be notified if they've received the scholarship?

Students will be required to complete a Microsoft Form gathering basic information. In addition, applicants will need to provide the name and email of a previous or current math instructor to provide a reference. Those interested in applying for the Summer 2026 term can do so here: https://forms.office.com/r/Nzd7MQ015D

 

Contact OpSTEM

Dr. Sara Froehlich 
Director, OpSTEM  
Professor of Practice 
Mathematics and Statistics
 
1860 East 22nd Street | RT1448
 
Cleveland, OH 44115
 
s.froehlich@csuohio.edu 

Mr. Juan Amador

Coordinator, OpSTEM 
Adjunct Instructor 
Mathematics and Statistics
 
1860 East 22nd Street | RT1444
 
Cleveland, Ohio 44115 
j.c.amador@csuohio.edu