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The Master of Science (M.S.) in Mathematics program offered by the Department of Mathematics provides advanced mathematical study opportunities. Students can select specialized tracks in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, or mathematics education, catering to diverse career aspirations. These pathways prepare graduates for industrial careers, doctoral studies in mathematics or education, community college teaching positions, or leadership roles in secondary mathematics education.
Pursuing a mathematics master's degree offers several advantages:
Enhanced career prospects across various industries.
Research and development roles often mandate graduate-level qualifications in mathematics or related disciplines.
Government organizations and private companies recruit master's graduates for specialized fields including cryptography, computer graphics, and mathematical modeling.
Community college teaching positions require graduate degrees as a baseline qualification.
Leadership positions in secondary education necessitate advanced degrees.
Smoother progression into doctoral programs in mathematics, applied mathematics, or mathematics education.
In order to be admitted to classified graduate standing, applicants must have undergraduate preparation comparable to a California State University, Fresno mathematics major and have a 3.0 grade point average in their upper-division mathematics courses.
English language Score: TOEFL – 80 iBT, or IELTS – 6.5, or Pearson’s Test of English - 53, or iTEP – 4.5.