Master of Mathematics at East Carolina University

International students can study the Mathematics at East Carolina University at its main campus in Greenville , United States of America. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 21, 2027.

About Master of Mathematics

Are you interested in furthering your background in mathematics or statistics? Do you want a degree that offers a wide variety of career options?

The MA program in mathematics at ECU is designed to give students a strong background in mathematics and statistics, and prepare them for a variety of careers. A student may choose one of three tracks, depending on their interest: mathematics, statistics, and community college teaching. Full-time students complete the program in two years. You will build a solid mathematical/statistical background, as well as develop the skills needed to communicate effectively in these areas. During the second year, you will work closely with a faculty member on a capstone project. For those in the mathematics or statistics track, this is a thesis or research project; for the community college teaching track, this includes a teaching portfolio.

Support for full-time students is available in the form of a teaching assistantship. Our teaching assistants work in math labs and serve as instructors in remedial and lower-level courses.

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Program Coordinator: Jungmin Choi (232 Austin Building; 252-328-5348; [email protected])

The Mathematics, MA offers three concentrations: mathematics, statistics, and mathematics in the community college. Full-time students enrolled in the mathematics in the community college concentration generally hold teaching assistantships to gain experience as they complete their MA program.

The degree requires a minimum of 30-35 s.h. as follows:

1. Research Skills Requirement

The Graduate School's research skills requirement is satisfied by demonstrating competency in an appropriate foreign language or by completing certain courses depending on the concentration. Students should see the Graduate Director for information specific to their concentrations.

2. Requirements

All students complete at least 24 s.h. of coursework including required courses specific to each concentration area as detailed below. Specific course requirements may be waived for students who have previously taken equivalent courses.

Mathematics:

MATH 5101 - Advanced Calculus I
MATH 5102 - Advanced Calculus II
MATH 6011 - Modern Algebra I
MATH 6111 - Introduction to Complex Variables I
MATH 6121 - Real Variables I
MATH 6651 - Introduction to Topology

MATH 5311 - Mathematical Physics OR
MATH 5801 - Probability Theory OR
MATH 6401 - Introduction to Partial Differential Equations I OR
MATH 6411 - Ordinary Differential Equations I

plus electives to equal at least 24 s.h.

Statistics:

MATH 5031 - Applied Regression Analysis
MATH 5101 - Advanced Calculus I
MATH 5102 - Advanced Calculus II
MATH 5774 - Programming for Statistical Research
MATH 5801 - Probability Theory
MATH 6802 - Statistical Inference
MATH 6005 - Introduction to Sampling and Experimental Design
MATH 6804 - Stochastic Processes

Mathematics in the Community College:

MATH 5101 - Advanced Calculus I
MATH 5102 - Advanced Calculus II
MATH 5031 - Applied Regression Analysis
MATH 6011 - Modern Algebra I
MATH 6111 - Introduction to Complex Variables I
MATH 6121 - Real Variables I
MATH 6271 - Teaching Collegiate Mathematics
MATH 6651 - Introduction to Topology

At least one

MATH 5021 - Theory of Numbers I
MATH 6022 - Theory of Numbers II
MATH 6802 - Statistical Inference

Plus electives to equal at least 26 semester hours

(if some of the preceding courses were taken before graduate work was begun).

3. Students must score satisfactorily on a comprehensive examination.

4. Thesis or Research Project

Students specializing in Mathematics or Statistics must either write a thesis or complete a research project under the direction of a member of the graduate faculty. Students electing the thesis option enroll in MATH 7000 for 6 s.h. Students electing the non-thesis option are required to complete an additional 9 s.h. of course work prefixed MATH and numbered above 4999.

5. Students pursuing the Mathematics in the Community College concentration

Must prepare a teaching portfolio under the direction of a faculty mentor. They must also give a presentation to an undergraduate audience and complete an additional 9 s.h. of course work prefixed MATH and numbered above 4999.

For more information about this degree visit the university's academic catalogs.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Mathematics at East Carolina University

Entry Requirements

In order to be considered for admission, international graduate applicants follow the same steps as a U.S. applicant with a few exceptions as identified in Red font. Step by step instructions are identified below:

Complete the ECU Online Graduate School Application: One application fee and one set of supporting documents should be submitted for each program of study applying to.
Pay the Application Fee: Payment will be made through the self-service portal prior to submission of the application. The payment portal accepts debit or credit card only.
Provide Foreign Transcript Evaluation:

An official course by course credential evaluation of all foreign transcripts indicating that, at minimum, the US equivalent of a bachelor’s degree has been awarded by an accredited college or university is required.

Provide Official Transcript(s) & Diploma Copy: A copy of your transcript(s) and diplomas showing a full education history issued in your native language as well as a notarized or certified copy in English must be uploaded to your application.
Provide Evidence of English Proficiency: If English is not your native language and you have not completed at least one year of education (minimum of 18 credit hours) at a United States school, you are required to take a standardized English language exam or complete the ECU Language Academy (ECULA).
- Language Exam Options: The Graduate School accepts either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), the Duolingo English Test or Pearson Test of English (PTE) and scores must be forwarded to the Graduate School by the testing service. The paper- or computer-based TOEFL exam is accepted by request only.
ECU Language Academy: You may choose to attend the ECU Language Academy instead of taking the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE. Also, if you do not obtain the required score on the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE, at least one session of the ECU Language Academy may be required prior to the start of your program. Successful completion of all levels of the ECU Language Academy is required for admission without TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores. More information on the ECU Language Academy, including the ECULA application, is available on the Intensive English Program website. Individual programs may have higher minimum requirements.
Provide Official Standardized Admissions Test Results: If required by the program you’re applying to, please arrange for an official score report to be sent directly to the Graduate School by the testing service (GRE or GMAT). ECU’s institutional code is 5180. ECU does not have departmental codes.
Upload Statement of Purpose: If required by the program you’re applying to, please upload a copy of your personal statement (why you believe you would be a good candidate for the program) to your application. You may want to use resources to help you write a personal statement in English such as this webinar.
Provide Letters of recommendation: If required by the program you’re applying to, please arrange to have LOR’s submitted electronically with the online application. Review your program’s application requirements to determine the number of letters, if any, that they require.
Upload Resume: If required by the program you’re applying to, please upload a copy of your most recent resume to your online application.
Provide Financial information: If/when you are admitted to a graduate program at ECU you will be required to provide certified evidence of financial resources adequate to cover educational costs and living expenses. Documents only need submitted if/when an offer of admission is extended.

English Requirements

PTEMin 65
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 78

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Mathematics

Graduates with this degree are successful in many fields and careers, including the following:

Mathematics, General
Education and Training
Scientific and Technical Services
Natural Sciences Managers
Mathematicians
Statisticians
Mathematical Scientist Occupations
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondardy

Career Opportunities

ECU has developed resources to help you learn more about career opportunities and job market outlook. In addition, the websites below provide specific information on careers in the various majors from which students may choose:

NC Tower

This website provides graphs and tables of in-depth information on employment rates, wages and ongoing higher education enrollment of graduates from the North Carolina Community College System and from the University of North Carolina system schools. NC Tower includes data on former UNC students who are working in roughly 90% of all jobs in North Carolina. This database excludes information for graduates who are:

Self-employed;
Work for the federal government, including the military: or
Work outside of North Carolina.

US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook

This website also provides in-depth information regarding pay, projected new jobs, required education, growth rate and on-the-job training information on various occupations.

Degree-specific internships

For information on internship information for specific majors, go to the home page of the department in which the major is located and, as available, find the link to the information on internships in that major.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Mathematics at East Carolina University

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Master of Mathematics at East Carolina University

East Carolina University

United States of America, Greenville