Master of Arts in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Saint Louis University offers graduate programs of advanced study and research leading to Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in mathematics. Due to the low student-faculty ratio, graduate students receive extensive individualized instruction.SLU’s M.A. in Mathematics requires 30 credits of coursework. All master’s students must complete at least two courses in two of the subject areas from algebra, analysis, statistics, and topology. At least two of these four required courses must be from MATH 5110 Algebraic Structures I, MATH 5210 Measure Theory MATH 5310 Point Set Topology , and STAT 5850 Statistical Inference. The department offers the four core courses on a rotating basis as well as a variety of electives and advanced topics each year.Saint Louis University’s M.A. in Mathematics prepares students for further study toward a Ph.D. or a career in teaching or industry.

Bachelor's degree: Required; Minimum GPA: generally around 2.75/4.0, but this varies by master's program