Overview

Key facts

The Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Mathematics at Montana State University is designed to prepare students for further graduate work or for a career in academia, business, industry, or government.

The department offers thesis and non-thesis options. Both options require a core of mathematical coursework consisting of real analysis, advanced linear algebra, abstract algebra, and topology. For the remainder of their coursework, students may choose from a broad variety of topics depending on their area of interest. Topics include algebraic topology, applied mathematics, complex analysis, computational mathematics, dynamical systems, machine learning, mathematical biology, and optimization. To complete the degree in two years, a student typically takes six credits of coursework for each of the first two semesters and nine credits of coursework for each of the remaining two semesters. For a complete catalog description of the program requirements, timelines, and admission requirements (prerequisites), please visit the Mathematical Sciences homepage.

Careers

Graduate alumni in Mathmatics embark on a wide range of careers within 10-years of their graduation.

Nearly 68% are working in academia, 17% in for-profit, and about 10% for nonprofit. Top industry employers include Montana State University and US Department of Energy.

Across all career paths the estimated salary of alumni within 10 years of graduation ranges from $30,000 to $150,000 with an average of $90,000 (source of data Academic Analytics).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Linear Algebra

Abstract Algebra

Principles of Mathematical Analysis

General Topology

Numerical Linear Algebra & Optimization

Applied Mathematics

Introduction of Dynamical Systems

Probability Theory

Numerical Solution of Partial Differential Equations

Methods of Applied Mathematics

Dynamical Systems

Mathematical Optimization

Mathematics of Machine Learning

Intermediate Probability and Statistics

Lecturers

David Ayala

Breschine Cummins

Blair Davey

Lisa Davis

Tomas Gedeon

Lukas Geyer

Ryan Grady

Sam Gunningham

Jaroslaw Kwapisz

Scott McCalla

Allechar Serrano Lopez
Tianyu Zhang

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

More details

The priority deadline for funding is December 15th; the final application deadline is January 15th.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bozeman, United States

Disciplines

Mathematics Applied Mathematics View 599 other Masters in Mathematics in United States

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree (or higher) or the equivalent from an accredited, government-recognized university. These degrees are generally four-year-long programs.

B average or higher from your undergraduate study (3.0/4.0 GPA, or equivalent).

Evidence of English language proficiency.

3 letters of recommendation.

A personal statement.

Official transcripts for all post-secondary coursework completed.

Course Prerequisites:

Four semesters of Calculus through Differential Equations,
Linear Algebra (M 333)

A proof-based course in Advanced Calculus or Introduction to Analysis I (M 383). A second semester of Analysis is preferred, but not required.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21098 USD / year

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Out-of-State

21098 USD / year

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In-State

6542 USD / year

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Living costs

Bozeman

United States

1099 - 2275 USD / month

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Funding

All students who meet the minimum application requirements are eligible to be considered for a Graduate Teaching Assistantship (GTA). We assume all applicants are interested in a GTA unless they make note of it in their application. Decisions regarding GTA support are separate from admission decisions and are based on the availability of department resources.

GTA positions typically cover 6-9 credits of out-of-state tuition, along with a biweekly stipend to support graduate students. Fees and housing are not included in GTA positions.

Other internal and external funding options are also available.

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