Mathematics, M.S.

CIP: 270101

The purpose of the program is to help mathematics students who wish to continue their advanced studies in mathematics. Also, the program will help teachers who wish to be certified to teach dual credit. Specifically, students will

1. Acquire increased competency in a broad spectrum of the mathematical sciences.
2. Develop additional skills and understanding in the art of good mathematics teaching.

Program Admission Requirements

Option 1

1. An undergraduate degree in mathematics or an undergraduate degree in a related field which includes the calculus sequence, a linear algebra course, and a transition to proof course.
2. GPA Requirements:

• A minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 on the undergraduate transcript.
• OR if undergraduate overall GPA is 2.74-2.99 then writing competency needs to be demonstrated*.
• OR if undergraduate overall GPA is 2.50-2.73 then writing competency needs to be demonstrated* and admission would be considered conditional (see Conditional Admission to Graduate Study )

*To demonstrate writing competency an applicant can

1. pass a departmental writing assessment** or
2. score 3.5 or higher on the GRE Analytic Writing and a composite score of 280 or higher on the verbal and quantitative sections of the GRE General Test.

** The writing assessment is not designed to test proficiency in a specific subject. It is rather a test to evaluate applicant’s abilities to critique, organize, and write a concise argument. Any student who fails the writing assessment must repeat the assessment within two weeks.

Option 2

Undergraduate mathematics majors within 30 hours of completing their undergraduate degree in Mathematics, with a GPA of 2.8 overall and 3.2 in mathematics may apply for admission to the accelerated program. Students in this option can complete their undergraduate and graduate degrees in Mathematics in 5 years. Please review the policy section on Accelerated Programs  for additional information.

Advisement

A graduate faculty member from the mathematics/mathematics education area will serve as an area advisor, and her/his signature will be required for the Degree Audit. Any change in a Degree Audit must be initiated by the student and be submitted to the Graduate Office accompanied by written approval from advisors.

Comprehensive Assessment

To meet exit comprehensive requirements, students must pass two required mathematics courses with a grade of A. Should a student have one (or no) A’s in required mathematics courses, they must take 1 (or 2) comprehensive exams in required mathematics course(s) of their choice.

Research Component

A research component will be embedded project in the required Data Analysis course 17639 .