Mathematics Master's
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At least 30 credit hours in approved graduate-level mathematics course work are required for both options.
- Thesis Option: At least 6 credit hours of MATH 798 Master's Thesis , in addition to at least 18 credit hours in courses numbered 700-789. These 18 credit hours must include six foundational courses. A grade of Master's Pass in two of the written preliminary examinations offered by the department. A thesis paper written under the supervision of a faculty member and defended at an oral examination administered by the student's supervisory committee.
- Comprehensive Study Option: At least 2 credit hours of MATH 797 Master's Paper in addition to at least 24 credit hours in courses numbered 700-789. These 24 credit hours must include six foundational courses. Subject to the approval of the supervisory committee, at most 6 of the required 30 credits may be earned in 600-level mathematics courses or in courses outside the Mathematics department. A grade of Master's Pass in two of the written preliminary examinations offered by the department. An expository paper written under the supervision of a faculty member and defended at an oral examination administered by the student's supervisory committee.
- Exam Only Option: At least 30 credit hours in approved graduate-level mathematics course work. At least 21 credit hours in courses numbered 700-789, 800-889. These 21 credit hours must include six foundational courses. Subject to the approval of the supervisory committee, at most 6 of the required 30 credits may be earned in 600-level mathematics courses or in courses outside the Mathematics Department. A grade of Ph.D. Pass in four of the written preliminary examinations offered by the department, and a passing grade in a preliminary oral examination administered by the student's supervisory committee after completion of the written preliminary examinations.
Master of Science
Accelerated Master of Science
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 600-level electives | ||
| Select from mathematics courses numbered 600-689. | 15 | |
| 700 / 800-level electives | ||
| Select from mathematics courses numbered 700-789 or 820-889. | 15 | |
| Paper requirement | ||
| MATH 797 | Master's Paper | 1-3 |
| Total Credits | 31-33 | |
Students must meet all requirements of the Mathematics bachelor program. For the master's degree, students must earn at least 30 graduate credits.
- Up to 15 credits from the above list may count toward the bachelor program requirements.
- A thesis or expository paper will be completed under supervision of a mathematics faculty member and defended at an oral examination administered by the student's supervisory committee
- Students need to earn a B in any of the courses that count towards this program. Failure to do so will lead to removal from the program. After removal, students are not eligible to re-apply to the accelerated program but may apply to the regular graduate program.
Admission and Application Requirements
Graduate School admission and application requirements are found on the Admission Information page.