Mathematics (MA)

Why UM-Flint

What Sets UM-Flint's Mathematics (MA) Program Apart?

FOCUS:

UM-Flint's Master of Arts in Mathematics is designed to address the needs of a wide variety of students including current and prospective teachers, members of the workforce needing to deepen their understanding of mathematics, and recent graduates in pursuit of further credentials.

FLEXIBILITY:

The 18-30 month program is part-time with evening and summer classes on the UM-Flint campus, scheduled to accommodate your commitments as a teacher.
The program is comprised of 30 graduate credit hours, including four core classes and a flexible set of electives.

RESOURCES:

Course instructors are student-focused and have doctoral degrees.
UM-Flint MA in Mathematics students have access to resources of the world-renowned University of Michigan system.

Admission

Admission Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in mathematics or related field (physics, chemistry, computer science) from an accredited institution including coursework through at least multivariate calculus and some proof-oriented courses
A minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Applying

To be considered for admission, submit the following to the Office of Graduate Programs, 251 Thompson Library:

Application for Graduate Admission
$55 application fee (non-refundable)
Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
Three letters of recommendation
Statement of Purpose describing your reasons for pursuing the degree
International students must submit additional documentation. Visit the International Students page for details.

Application Deadlines

The program has rolling admissions and reviews completed applications each month.

Application deadlines are as follows:

Fall (early deadline*) – May 1
Fall (final deadline) – August 1
Winter – November 15
Spring – March 15

*You must apply by the early deadline to be eligible for scholarships, grants, and research assistantships.

International students are required to apply earlier than the deadlines posted here. The final deadlines for international students are May 1 for the fall semester and September 1 for the winter semester.

Courses

Mathematics (Master of Arts)

Requirements.

Time Limit for Degree Completion
A student must complete all work toward the Master of Arts in Mathematics within six consecutive years from the date of first admission to the program. Students may, however, petition for an extension of this time limit. Approval of an extension is at the discretion of the program director and/or program faculty.

Sample Program of Study

Year 1
Spring/Summer: MTH 501 , MTH 590
Fall: MTH 572
Winter: MTH 502

Year 2
Spring/Summer: MTH 503 , MTH 527
Fall: MTH 557
Winter: MTH 585

Year 3
Spring/Summer: MTH 504 , MTH 562 .

Allen Murphy, Mathematics Student

Hometown: Flushing

By completing the Master of Arts in Mathematics degree, I am improving my effectiveness as a mathematics educator through a deeper understanding of the content, while gaining the credits required to maintain my teacher certification. I am also positioning myself for better compensation in my current assignment, and opening myself to teaching opportunities beyond the K-12 classroom. I selected UM-Flint because they offered the program I was looking for, with a schedule and location that met my needs. Being able to take these graduate courses locally while also raising a family and working full time was a priority for me.

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