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Tuition USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 16 year(s)
Deadline 2017-01-18
Delivery On-campus
Location College Park, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Mathematics at University of Maryland is a MA 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 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

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 7
  4. Tuition: USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  5. Location: College Park, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Mathematics programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:

  1. Actuary
  2. Quantitative Analyst
  3. Data Analyst
  4. Risk Manager
  5. Financial Modeller
  6. Statistical Researcher

Program Curriculum

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    Admission Requirements

    Academic Requirements

    Admission is granted to applicants who show promise in mathematics as demonstrated by their undergraduate record. Unless courses in advanced calculus and (undergraduate) abstract and linear algebra have been taken, admission may be on a provisional basis (conditioned on passing MATH 410, 403, and/or 405 with a grade of B). Both the Subject Test and the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination are required for admission. MATH rarely accepts students aiming only at the M.A. degree.

    GRE General, GRE Mathematics, 3 letters of recommendation, Transcripts, TOEFL/IELTS (international graduate students - required even if eligible for a waiver).

    English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 7

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact University of Maryland 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

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University of Maryland

College Park, United States

The University of Maryland, College Park is a public land-grant research university in College Park, Maryland, United States near Washington, D.C. Founded in 1856, UMD is the flagship institution...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2017-01-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 16 year(s)