Students pursuing the Master of Science degree with a major in Mathematics will choose between an Applied and Computational Mathematics, a Statistics option, and a Curriculum Content option. Students will: Demonstrate a command of principles of general mathematics at the graduate level. Recognize mathematics outside the realm of the classroom, and apply graduate level mathematical content as a matter of professional practice. Communicate mathematics effectively at the graduate level, in oral and written form, with appropriate use of technology.

In addition to meeting all University requirements for admission to graduate study in degree-seeking status, applicants for the MS degree in mathematics must also submit an essay to the Office of Recruitment and Admissions: The essay, 300-500 words in length, should discuss the applicant's educational and professional goals, pertinent work and undergraduate experience, and other factors relating to the chosen option for graduate study. If the applicant has a GPA below 3.0 in undergraduate mathematics courses, the essay should specifically address any factors that might have hampered the applicant's undergraduate study. One or more letters of recommendation specifically addressing an applicant's ability to do graduate level study of mathematics may be submitted to strengthen an application.