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MS Applied Mathematics at University of California, Santa Cruz

University of California, Santa Cruz, United States

Programme overview

The Applied Mathematics MS develops skills in mathematical modeling, analysis and scientific computation applied to science and engineering, including fluid mechanics, high-performance computing, mathematical biology, dynamical systems, stochastic processes, optimization and scientific machine learning.

Faculty: Baskin School of Engineering  |  Department: Applied Mathematics  |  Duration: 42 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Santa Cruz, CA, United States

What you will study

42 credits: 27 core and 15 elective, with first-year foundational courses (Mathematical Methods for Engineers, PDEs, Dynamical Systems, Scientific Computing) as needed. Core includes Advanced Methods of Applied Mathematics, Numerical Linear Algebra, Numerical Methods for Differential Equations, Applied Dynamical Systems, seminar and an MS project.

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Entry requirements

UC Santa Cruz graduate admission: bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited university awarded before the entry quarter, a B average or better in the last two years of undergraduate coursework, and demonstrated English proficiency. Applicants whose first language is not English: TOEFL iBT minimum 89 (4.5 on the 2026 scale) or IELTS Academic overall 7; waiver may be requested by applicants with a four-year bachelor's degree from an English-speaking institution. GRE General and Subject tests not required. Transcripts and three letters of recommendation (up to five accepted). Programme materials: resume, statement of purpose, personal history statement. Application deadline: February 1 (Applied Mathematics MS). Application fee $135 domestic, $155 international.

Duration: 42 credits

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