Program Overview
The Applied Mathematics and Statistics at University of Maryland Baltimore County is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of mathematics & statistics. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Mathematics and Statistics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Baltimore, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Mathematics and Statistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Comprehensive examination option
- Thesis option
- Traditional track with comprehensive examination option
- Traditional track with thesis option
- Applications-oriented track: Environmental Statistics with comprehensive examination option
- Applications-oriented track: Environmental Statistics with thesis option
- Applications-oriented track: Biostatistics with comprehensive examination option
- Applications-oriented track: Biostatistics with thesis option
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applications for the master\xc2\x92s and the doctoral programs must be made on prescribed forms, obtainable from the Graduate School\xc2\x92s Web site, www.umbc.edu/gradschool/admissions.
Admission to the two programs, applied mathematics and statistics, are made separately and are not interchangeable.
The completed application packet must include: (a) completed application forms; (b) transcripts of college and university academic records; (c) three recommendation letters; (d) Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores for the General Test; and (e) TOEFL score for international applicants whose native language is not English.
All original application documents must be sent directly to the Graduate School, not the department. Requests for exemption from submitting some of the required documents may be considered if reasonable justification is given. Criteria for admission include:
- A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a grade point average higher than 3.0 out of 4.0
- A sound background in mathematics and/or statistics
- A GRE score in the 85th percentile in the quantitative section
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 20,286 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 13,194 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland Baltimore County directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Maryland Baltimore County
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Baltimore, United States
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