Program Overview
The Applied Mathematics at University of California Merced is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 24 months, 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 13,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,439 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: California, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Mathematics programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Partial-Differential Equations l
- Partial-Differential Equations II
- Asymptotics and Perturbation Methods
- Numerical Solution of Differential Equations I
- Numerical Solution of Differential Equations II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed application form
- All official university/college/junior-college transcripts
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score report (only general test required; scores up to five-years old accepted)
- Applicant does not have an undergraduate degree in pure or applied mathematics
- Applicant does not meet the minimum GPA requirement
- Applicant is concerned about the strength of his/her application in terms of the other required materials
- Three letters of recommendation from instructors or supervisors who can comment on the applicant\'s scholarly ability and promise as a researcher
- Official score reports from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and the Test of Spoken English (TSE) if the applicant\'s native language of instruction is other than English
- Application fee (contact us for application fee waivers)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,439 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 13,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,439 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Merced 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 ICFAI University, Sikkim
ICFAI University, Sikkim
India
The ICFAI University Sikkim offers MBA, BBA, BCA, Law & UG/PG programs. A leading private university in Gangtok, Sikkim.
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
