MA Mathematics at George Washington University

Programme overview

The master of arts in mathematics degree program builds students’ expertise in sophisticated mathematical concepts, including analysis, combinatorics, dynamical systems, knot theory, logic, and topology, and applied mathematics. MA students can also take advantage of research opportunities, internships at Washington, DC institutions, and courses offered through the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area. Graduates of the MA program go on to advanced degrees and competitive careers in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Mathematics | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate Programs. 30 credits, including 12 credits in required courses, and 18 credits in elective courses selected in consultation with the department's graduate committee and in accordance with the following guidelines: Up to 6 credits in non-MATH courses within GW can count toward degree requirements.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Offers of admission are valid for the semester stated in the admission letter; most graduate programmes use rolling admissions, and some review applications collectively after the deadline.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school. Processing usually takes four to six weeks.

Apply through the official page: https://columbian.gwu.edu/graduate-admissions-faq

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