Mathematics MA at University at Buffalo

Programme overview

MA in mathematics with research areas in analysis, algebra, applied mathematics and geometry/topology, and area seminars. It requires 30 credit hours and is offered in person.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Department of Mathematics | Duration: 1 year; 30 credit hours; full-time or part-time | Study mode: In Person / Full Time | Location: Buffalo, NY, United States

What you will study

Analysis, algebra, applied mathematics and geometry/topology, with area seminars.

Career pathways

Careers in academia, industry and government.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Department of Mathematics graduate programmes (MA and PhD): GRE is optional and required only if the bachelor's degree is from a non-U.S. institution; no minimum score. Two letters of recommendation for MS-level applicants and three for PhD applicants. A brief personal statement of educational objectives, academic experience and interest in the programme. English minimums for non-native speakers: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 55, Duolingo 120. Fall priority deadline December 15; spring priority October 15; international applicants May 1. Application fee $75.

Requirements published at program group level.

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.

Entry terms and deadlines vary by programme; applicants apply directly to UB through the Graduate School application, with some programmes using external national applications plus a supplemental UB application.

A non-refundable application fee is required for each programme applied to; fees vary by programme and payment instructions are emailed after the application is submitted.

Law (JD) application fee is $85; applicants submit the LSAT or GRE.

MD: AMCAS application accepted June 1 to November 15; supplemental application and materials due December 1; supplemental fee $100; Early Decision AMCAS due August 1 and supplemental due August 31.

Apply through the official page: https://www.buffalo.edu/grad/explore/admissions/apply.html

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