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Dec 22, 2024
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2015-2016 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Mathematics (M.S.)
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Program Faculty and Contact Information
Program Information
The focus of the M.S. in Mathematics Program is the development of sophisticated mathematical models and their implementation on high performance computing platforms. The curriculum features a balance of application, computation, and theory with particular emphasis in the areas of operations research, computational science, and the development of probabilistic and deterministic models. Areas of faculty and graduate student research activity include computational biology, computational finance, molecular dynamics simulation, operations research, optimization, and Ramsey theory. The program is particularly effective at preparing graduates to work in business, industry, or government as well as preparing students to continue on to the CSS Ph.D. or other Ph.D. program.
Student Support and Engagement Opportunities
The department has graduate research and teaching assistantships and fellowships are available for a number of qualified applicants.
Facilities and Services
The department offices are located in Architecture, Mathematics and Engineering 209. The Math Help Center, located in AME 292 and in the Biostress Basement 0020, provides free walk-in tutoring for students in several undergraduate courses.
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Available Options for Graduate Degrees
| Master of Science |
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Option B |
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Option C |
Core Requirements
- During the first year, complete one of the sequences listed below and pass the corresponding comprehensive exam*:
Students Beginning Fall of Odd Years - Select one sequence Students Beginning Fall of Even Years - Select one sequence
Credits: 3
AND Credits: 3
OR Credits: 3
AND Credits: 3 |
Credits: 3
AND : 3
OR Credits: 3
AND Credits: 3 |
- (Option A) Credits: 5
OR (Option B) Credits: 2
OR Approved Electives (Option C)
- Additional electives as needed to complete Option requirements
Total Credits: 30 (Option A), 32 (Option B), 35 (Option C)
Additional Admission Requirements
GRE: Not required
TOEFL: For the Masters program, a department requirement of 550 paper-based, 79-80 Internet-based
General Requirements (Master’s Degree)
Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.
For additional information refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .
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