Master's Program To apply to a Masters degree program, please visit our Admissions webpage. Below is additional information on the various Masters degrees. In addition to a general Master's degree, the Department offers specialized programs in Applied Mathematics, Secondary Mathematics Education and Actuarial Science. For each of the programs there is a minimum requirement of 24 credit hours of course work (for the AIM Masters degree, the requirement is 27 credits). In most cases this includes two cognate courses from fields other than mathematics or from among certain specified applied mathematics courses. There is no comprehensive examination, foreign language, or Master's thesis required for any of the programs. Although the Master's program is not intended as a preparation for the Ph.D. program, a student may satisfy many of the initial requirements of the Ph.D. program while pursuing a Master's degree. Detailed degree requirements are contained in a separate brochure. A hard copy is also obtainable in the Mathematics Department Graduate Office.  Well-prepared students can complete the degree in one year by taking four courses in each of the Fall and Winter semesters. Students with less preparation or lighter course loads will usually require at least one additional semester or a Spring or Summer half-term. General Program This program is structured to provide a broad background in mathematics while allowing some concentration in fields of special interest to the student. Each student must complete a course in: advanced multivariable calculus (452 or 551) linear algebra (513) introductory topology (590), unless equivalent courses have been completed in the undergraduate program. At least one additional course at an advanced level is required in one of the areas of algebra, analysis, or topology. Further courses may be selected from the full range of the Departmental offerings. Applied Mathematics There are two options within this program. One concentrates in classical applied mathematics, differential equations, and numerical analysis/scientific computing. In addition to three required courses similar to those for the general program, a student will select courses in analysis, probability, differential equations and numerical analysis. The second option, which focuses on the mathematics of optimization or stochastic processes, includes more work in such areas as linear and nonlinear programming, statistics, and the calculus of variations. Secondary Mathematics Education This program is designed for students whose aim is the teaching of mathematics in secondary schools or community colleges. The program insures a breadth of background suitable to the planned level of teaching. Cognate courses must include at least one appropriate course in the School of Education; courses in the history of mathematics, mathematical logic and computer science are strongly recommended. Other courses may be selected from the full range of the Departmental offerings. Actuarial Mathematics Program Those interested in a career in actuarial science can elect the second option in the Applied Mathematics Program. Those students should consult with Professor C. Huntington for specific modifications that will be required.