FAQ

The Department of Mathematics offers a master of science degree (with two possible concentrations) and a master of education degree in mathematics. These programs are designed to prepare students for doctoral research, and teaching in colleges and public schools, and to provide the mathematical background needed to pursue careers in applied mathematics, statistics, computer science, business, industry, and many other areas.

We offer:

• master of science in mathematics
  • concentration in applied mathematics
  • concentration in statistics
• master of education in mathematics

The Graduate College Application

Important dates and deadlines.

In addition to the forms required by The Graduate College, the department has forms that you will be required to submit.  All forms can be obtained from the graduate program coordinator.

GRE scores are not required.
TOEFL and IELTS are valid up to two years after the date of the exam.

We sent this question to the benefits office and here is their helpful reply. Note that the standard TA/GIA/Lecturer position is half-time (50%FTE) for 9 months.

"For Grad TA, IA and RA's - must be appointed 50% FTE for at least 4.5 months per fiscal year to qualify for employee insurance benefits. For all the positions, the best general place to highlight is our Texas State HR benefits page and then there are links under each topic. For example, there is a Summary of Benefits for faculty. There are also more details under the Retirement Programs section.

Information about the insurance programs available to employees.

Also, please feel free to reference our office if any of your candidates would like additional information or have questions about our benefits package. Details are on the bottom of the Summary of Benefits on how to contact us."

Unfortunately, we are not able to waive tuition at this time. We are able to offer in-state tuition to anyone who receives a graduate assistantship position in the department. Additional scholarship funds are available and we strongly encourage our students to apply for those funds.

Students who receive support in the form of an assistantship or receive a competitive scholarship are eligible for in-state tuition.

Tuition & Fee Table

Comprehensive exams are taken after completing 18 credit hours of course work.  Each concentration has different exam requirements.

Exams are offered three times a year.

It is an option for all the MS Math programs.

• Career Services
• American Mathematical Society Employment Postings
• MathJobs.org
• SIAM
• Big Math Network