Applied Mathematics (M.S.)

Admission typically requires a bachelor's degree in mathematics, applied mathematics, or related quantitative fields. Candidates whose degree is in another field and whose background in mathematics is strong are also eligible for admission and are encouraged to apply. All undergraduate prerequisites courses must be fulfilled, in addition to fulfilling all other degree requirements.

A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 is usually required.

A GRE score with the minimum score of 304 (quantitative + verbal) and 2.5 (analytical writing) is required.

At least two letters of recommendation are required.

A TOEFL score of 80 is required if an applicant is from a non-English-speaking country.

International students who fit into any of the following categories will be considered to have met the requirement:

• Residents of a country where English is the only official language and who is a native English speaker
• Graduates of U.S. high schools
• Completed the equivalent of Iowa State’s English 150 or 250 with a grade of B or better at an accredited U.S. 2 year or 4 year college or university.
  

CONDITIONAL ADMISSION

If you meet all admission requirements but do not meet our English proficiency requirements, Iowa State offers conditional admission to attend our Intensive English and Orientation Program (IEOP). If you would like to enroll in IEOP, on the application choose "I would like to enroll in Iowa State’s IEOP program before I begin the academic study.”