About the course

The Department of Mathematics Master of Science (M.S.) in Mathematics program is designed for students who wish to study mathematics at an advanced level. Within this degree program, students may choose to follow paths that specialize in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or mathematics education. These paths satisfy the needs of students who wish to work in industry, go on to pursue a Ph.D. in mathematics or mathematics education, or want to teach at a community college or wish to assume a leadership role in high school mathematics education and beyond.

　　The benefits of earning a master?s degree in mathematics include the following:

　　A master?s degree opens the door to more job opportunities in industry.

　　Many positions in research and development require at least a master?s degree, either in mathematics or a related field.

　　Both private firms and federal agencies hire people with a master?s degree for work in various areas, such as mathematical modeling, computer graphics, cryptography, etc.

　　Teaching at the community college level requires a master?s degree at minimum.

　　Taking a leadership role at the secondary education level requires a master?s degree.

　　An easier transition to a doctoral program in mathematics, applied mathematics, or a related field, or in mathematics education. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Fresno
Fall (August), 2024	Fresno
Spring (January), 2025	Fresno
Fall (August), 2025	Fresno
Spring (January), 2026	Fresno

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for California State University

In order to be admitted to the Master of Science program in Mathematics:

　　You must first apply to the University through Cal State Apply.

　　In order to be admitted to the program, you must have earned a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Mathematics.

　　In order to achieve classified standing (i.e., full admission), you should:

　　have undergraduate preparation in mathematics comparable to that of a typical mathematics major at Fresno State, and

　　have a 3.0 grade point average in the your upper division mathematics courses (our main focus is on MATH 111, MATH 151, MATH 152, and MATH 171, or equivalent)

　　TOEFL IBT 80, TOEFL PBT 550, IELTS 6.5

　　If you lack the above preparation, you may be admitted conditionally. In this case, you will become classified after meeting additional requirements as set by the Graduate Coordinator. Coursework required to achieve classified status may not be applied towards credits for the graduate program.

　　In addition, you are required to take the GRE Mathematics subject test. Your GRE Mathematics subject test score is expected to be at least 500.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at California State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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