M.A. in Mathematics: Applied Mathematics
Program Overview
Our Master of Arts (M.A.) in Mathematics provides an opportunity to pursue advanced study in mathematics and develop the skills to help lead you to success in today's technologically-oriented society. Whether the goal involves applying mathematics to solve problems in business and industry, teaching in higher education, preparing for further graduate study in mathematics or related fields, or working in a rapidly the growing field of big data analysis as a statistician, this program enables each student to pursue a course of study that is appropriate for their interests.
To address these varying interests, we offer three concentrations: Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Statistics.
Career Outlook
An advanced degree in applied mathematics opens the door for careers, applying mathematical methods for problem-solving across a broad range of industries. Many of these positions are in-demand: Mathematics ranked in the top 10 of “The Best Master’s Degree for Jobs” by Forbes in 2017 and the top 10 of “Best-paying Master’s Degrees” by Monster.com.