Master of Arts [M.A] Mathematics
Area seminars inform faculty and students on current advancements in mathematics. Mathematical training is balanced with faculty mentoring. The goal is to give students the best possible preparation for the many career opportunities available in academia, industry, and government.
As reported by the American Mathematical Society, mathematician was the #1 rated career in CareerCast’s Job Rated 2014 report. Individuals who have demonstrated a high level of mathematical acumen by obtaining a Masters in mathematics are highly prized in both the academic and private sector job markets. UB's Masters program in mathematics aims toward generating career options for our students in industry, government, or teaching at the community college level.
Each new student will be advised by the Graduate Director. The Director's approval is required for the student's choice of courses each semester.
On average, it takes one and one-half to two years to complete a MA degree. While an applicant must have a bachelor's degree with a strong mathematics background, it is not necessary that the bachelor's degree be in Mathematics.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $23100 | $23100 |
| Other Fees | $3300 | $3300 |
| Total Fees | $26400 | $26400 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 100 | 120 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 309 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 55 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited/ government recognized university or college.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher in bachelor degree courses on a scale of 4.0
- Test scores of exams like GMAT or GRE
- Letters of recommendations
English Proficiency Requirements:
- TOEFL: minimum 79 in IBT; 8.5 minimum in Essentials; 550 minimum in PBT
- IELTS: 6.5 minimum
- PTE: 55 minimum
- Duolingo: 120 minimum
- Cambridge English: 185 minimum