Master of Science in Mathematics

Admission to the Master of Science in Mathematics program requires a four-year undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university with a satisfactory grade point average. Students will  choose to earn the degree with one of the following options:

Each option consist of thirty credit hours (equivalent to 10 three-credit hour courses) with the exception that the Industrial Mathematics PSE Option is a 37 credit program, including a required internship and sequence of PMSA seminars.

Program requirements include both required courses and electives (which may be offered in other departments). Up to six credits at the 4000 level may be considered for inclusion in the program of study. In addition, with the permission of the student advisor and the graduate committee, three or six credits may be obtained by completing a thesis. Most courses are offered on a regular basis in the late afternoon and early evening so that all programs can be completed on a part-time basis.

General Option

This is the default option if students do not choose any of the three options above. The requirements include:
Core courses: 
The remaining 7 courses are to be chosen from the offerings of the math department in consultation with the student's graduate advisor.

Applied and Computational Mathematics Option

The Applied and Computational Mathematics Option focuses on techniques of mathematical modeling and the basic tools needed to investigate problems from both a theoretical and computational viewpoint. This option requires that the undergraduate degree must be in mathematics or a related discipline. Courses range from classical applied to modern applications of mathematical software.

Probability and Statistics

The Probability and Statistics Option provides the necessary mathematical skills to solve many of the data analysis problems in, industry, science, engineering, and management. Courses range from theory in probability to applied hands-on courses in statistical programming, including R and SAS statistical software.

Mathematics for Teachers

The Master of Science in Mathematics for Teachers Program aims to give students a balanced combination of theory and practice, to enhance their appreciation and understanding of Mathematics as a science, and to provide them with the tools necessary to instill in their own students an interest in the subject. Three semester of calculus (12 credits) are the prerequisites for this option. Note that this is not a teaching certification program - contact the Graduate School of Education for information about certification. 

The Industrial Mathematics Professional Science Master's is no longer accepting applications.

Updated 2/21/23

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