Overview

It is also suitable as preparation for a PhD program in Applied Mathematics. It is rare for students to enter the PhD program at the University of Illinois after finishing this degree.

Students may choose one of three tracks: Optimization and Algorithms, Applications to the Sciences, or Computational Science and Engineering.

Key Features

This Applied Mathematics degree program from University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign requires 32 credit hours and can normally be completed in 18 months. A master's thesis is optional.

Applications are accepted for Fall semester. Financial aid is generally not available, although students in this program are occasionally hired as teaching assistants after they are enrolled.

Programme Structure

The program focuses on:

Students entering the program should have completed at least six courses in mathematics at the junior-senior level (beyond calculus).

Optimization and Algorithm

Linear algebra

Real analysis

theoretical computer science

Computational Science

Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Urbana, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

GPA (Grade Point Average): The minimum GPA for admission is 3.00 on a 4.00 scale.

GRE (Graduate Record Examination): The GRE general and mathematics subject tests are accepted but not required.

Transcripts: As part of the online application process you will be asked to upload a copy of your undergraduate transcript (and also graduate transcript if applicable) showing grades for the most recent semester.

Letters of Recommendation: Please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be uploaded to our online application system. Letters from professors who have taught you in mathematics classes or who have supervised you in a research project are the most useful.

Personal Statement: Please include a personal statement as part of your online application.

Program-Specific Questions: The Department of Mathematics does not require any program-specific questions.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

31266 USD / year

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Out-of-State

31266 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

14474 USD / year

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Living costs

Urbana

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

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