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The Department of Mathematics and Statistics provides graduate programs including an M.S. in Applied Mathematics (available with or without a thesis option), a Master of Science for Teachers degree, and a Ph.D. in Mathematics. Students can specialize their M.S. in Applied Mathematics with a focus on either mathematics or statistics, while the Ph.D. program offers concentrations in mathematics, computational and applied mathematics, or statistics. While earning an M.S. is advised before pursuing a Ph.D., it is not mandatory. Those opting to enter the doctoral program directly must complete at least 32 graduate credit hours within their first two years, focusing on foundational coursework aligned with their chosen specialization. Required courses vary by emphasis: (a) mathematics students should study modern algebra, analysis, statistics, and topology; (b) computational and applied mathematics candidates need real analysis, differential equations, partial differential equations, statistics, plus either complex analysis or modern algebra; and (c) statistics-focused doctoral students must take linear algebra, probability, and statistical inference.