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, unless waived; 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 these criteria does not guarantee admission.

Standardized Exam Waiver Eligibility: The standardized exam (GRE) requirement may be waived for applicants who meet the following conditions:

• Baccalaureate degree with a major in mathematics, statistics, or mathematics education; AND
• GPA of 3.2 or higher in undergraduate mathematics and statistics courses including calculus, linear algebra, proof-writing, analysis, probability, and statistical analysis.

Location: Boone Campus and Online

Additional Admission Requirements

Students wishing to pursue the Secondary Teaching Concentration must hold NC “A” licensure or the equivalent in mathematics or a related field.

Accelerated Master’s Program

This program offers an Accelerated Master’s  option for undergraduate students with a 3.2 or higher currently enrolled at Appalachian State University.

Course Requirements for the Master of Arts in Mathematics

Concentration Requirements (18 Hours)

The Secondary Teaching Concentration is designed to meet the advanced competencies as mandated in the North Carolina Excellent Schools Act for Master-level teacher education program and leads to “M” Licensure in North Carolina.

• C_I 5045 - Advanced Topics in Diversity (3) [CL]

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• SPE 5045 - Advanced Topics in Diversity (3) [CL]

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• C_I 5585 - Teacher Leadership and School Improvement (3) [CL]

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• LSA 5585 - Teacher Leadership and School Improvement (3) [CL]

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• MAT 5520 - Capstone Project in Secondary Education (1-2) (2)
• MAT 5525 - Product of Learning (1-3) (1+1=2)
• MAT 5910 - Investigation in the Teaching of Mathematics (3)
• 5 hours of elective coursework chosen with advisor approval

Other Requirements for the MA in Mathematics

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