MA Mathematics at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Programme overview

PhD students in the math department and students enrolled in other UW–Madison PhD programs are eligible to earn an MA degree with the named option titled Foundations for Research (FR) . The MA degree is available with the named option titled Foundations of Advanced Studies (FAS) . It is designed to strengthen the student's mathematics background and enhance the opportunities for applications to PhD programs and for employment as a mathematician in nonacademic environments.

Department: Mathematics | Duration: 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Madison, WI, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 30 credits. Learning outcomes: Learn a substantial body of mathematics presented in introductory graduate level courses in mathematics. Select and utilize appropriate methodologies to solve problems.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students apply to the Master of Arts in Mathematics through the named option or the PhD: The Foundations for Research named option is offered for work leading to the PhD. Students may not apply directly for the master’s, and should instead see the admissions information for the PhD . Foundations of Advanced Studies

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 (spring, summer or fall) vary by programme and are listed on each programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. An applicant may have active applications in only one entry term at a time.

Application deadlines vary by programme and are listed on the programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. Applications are submitted through the Graduate School application portal. The application fee is $75 US, non-refundable, payable by credit card (MasterCard or Visa) or debit/ATM; international applicants pay an extra $6 processing fee. Up to three programmes in the same entry term can be applied to for one application fee.

Apply through the official page: https://guide.wisc.edu/graduate/mathematics/mathematics-phd/#admissionstext

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