Mathematical Sciences, Examination Option, M.S.

Requirements for the Master of Science

A Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics is required for admission to this program. Students with degrees in other fields may possibly be admitted, with undergraduate deficiencies, at the discretion of departmental advisors. Before beginning graduate studies, students are expected to have completed a one-year course in advanced calculus.

Thirty credits are required for graduation.

Electives:

18 credits, possibly with up to 9 from approved subspecialities in other departments.

Note:

• Includes a comprehensive oral examination before the degree is awarded. Examinations cover the student’s program of study and are scheduled towards the end of the semester in which the work is completed.
• This degree was formerly titled Mathematics.

Total: 30 Credits

Sample Study Plans

Sample Plan 1

Here is an example of the the coursework for a student specializing in probability, statistics and and computation.

Sample Plan 2

Here is an example of the the coursework for a student specializing in the physical sciences.