2014-2015 University Catalog
Mathematics, MS
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Banner Code: SC-MS-MATH
The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers courses in pure and applied mathematics leading to the master of science degree in mathematics.
An accelerated master’s option is available to students in the bachelor’s program. See Mathematics, BS/Mathematics, Accelerated MS for specific requirements.
This program of study is offered by the Department of Mathematical Sciences in the College of Science .
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in the Admission section of this catalog, applicants must submit three letters of recommendation. GRE scores are not required.
Students intending to pursue the MS degree must have taken an upper-division course in advanced calculus (equivalent to MATH 315 ), an abstract algebra course (equivalent to MATH 321 ) and an upper-division course in linear algebra (equivalent to MATH 322 ). Students should have some computer knowledge.
Assistantships
A limited number of merit-based teaching assistantships are available for students taking at least 6 graduate credits each semester. Other sources of support, such as research assistant ships, are available as funding permits. Graduate students also have the opportunity to work in the Math Tutoring Center and Math Learning Center. |