MA/MS in Applied Mathematics

This master's degree focuses on using mathematics to model real situations. Students first build a base in probability and statistics, then learn numerical and statistical procedures that give accurate, controlled results. Forty-eight quarter hours are required. Twenty-eight come from seven core courses, including two probability and statistics courses, advanced linear algebra and operations research. The remaining twenty are electives, and the department suggests choosing one or two areas of emphasis, such as computational mathematics, to gain depth. Graduates should be able to define and solve problems using calculus, linear algebra, analysis, probability and statistics. They also learn to run software that carries out mathematical and statistical procedures and to explain their methods clearly with both words and visuals. Prospective students can review the full requirements and course lists on the program's catalog page at DePaul University.