Program of Study for the Master of Arts in Mathematics

Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; complete application to the Graduate School ; official general GRE exam scores; undergraduate coursework in statistics, linear algebra, and analysis. In extenuating circumstances, an applicant may obtain permission to remove deficiencies in coursework after entering the graduate program.

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting this condition does not guarantee admission.

Location: On Campus

Course Requirements for the Master of Arts in Mathematics

Concentration Requirements (21 Hours)

• MAT 5420 - Teaching Apprenticeship (1) (1 + 1 = 2)
• MAT 5415 - Seminar in the Pedagogy of Mathematics (1)
• MAT 5620 - Analysis II (3)
• STT 5812 - Statistical Concepts and Applications II with Probability Modeling (3)
• MAT 5600 - Directed Research in Mathematical Sciences (1-3) (3)
• 6 hours of elective coursework chosen with advisor approval; students wishing to complete a thesis should select MAT 5999  (3) as one of their elective courses

Other Requirements for the MA in Mathematics

• Thesis: Optional
• Proficiency: Not Required
• Comprehensive: Required; see the program director for information on content and timing.
• Product of Learning: Required for the Secondary Teaching Concentration.