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The Master's program fulfills two key objectives. For certain students, it represents the final stage of their mathematics education, while for others, it serves as preparation for doctoral studies and research. To obtain the Master of Science degree, candidates must: (1) meet course and (2) residency obligations, along with (3) successfully passing two out of three M.S. level examinations in Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, and Algebra before commencing their second year.
Students can fulfill exam requirements through Core Assessment Exams (available each Spring), Comprehensive Exams (conducted annually in Spring as detailed below), or Qualifying Exams (administered before fall quarter begins) covering Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, and Algebra. Examinees are limited to three attempts per subject area. Only a single Comprehensive Exam result may count toward the MS examination prerequisites.
Certain individuals might need supplementary foundational preparation before enrolling in Math 210 (Analysis) and Math 230 (Algebra). This determination will be made through an evaluation conducted by the Vice Chair for Graduate Studies in consultation with the graduate studies committee before the student's first year begins. These candidates will be advised to take Math 205 and/or Math 206 during their initial year. Such students may substitute one Comprehensive Exam in either Algebra or Analysis for one required Qualifying Exam pass, which must be completed before their second year begins. Comprehensive Exams in Analysis and Algebra will be administered annually during Spring quarter.
All applicants must meet the following minimum academic requirements:
TOEFL Score Requirements for Admission Consideration:
IELTS Score Requirements for Admission Consideration: