Master of Science in Mathematics - Applied Mathematics

The Master of Science in Mathematics program is designed to provide a graduate level education for students who intend to teach at various levels, students who will continue or seek employment within the industrial sector, and students who intend to continue their education beyond the master’s level at other institutions. The Master of Science in Mathematics consists of four concentrations: Mathematics, Mathematics Teaching, Industrial and Applied Mathematics, and Statistics. None of these options will prepare students for any license or certification.

To be admitted to the graduate program in mathematics, prospective candidates must first meet all requirements for graduate admission to UT Rio Grande Valley, as well as the other requirements listed below: Bachelor’s degree in mathematics or related field with a minimum of 12 hours of upper- division mathematics or statistics course work and a grade of “B” or better on all upper- division mathematics and/or statistics course work. Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 in upper-level Mathematics courses. GRE General Test. GRE test scores are valid for 5 years. A waiver of the GRE requirement will be granted to applicants who show proof of completing a graduate degree (master’s or doctoral). Two letters of recommendation Letter of intent detailing professional goals and reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.