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Edinburg Campus: Marialice Shary Shivers Bldg. 1.158
Brownsville Campus Sabal Hall 1.202
Email: gradcentral@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-3661
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Mathematics (MS)

Mathematics (MS)

Mathematics (MS)

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The Master of Science in Mathematics program is designed to provide a graduate level education for students who intend to teach at various levels, students who will continue or seek employment within the industrial sector, and students who intend to continue their education beyond the master’s level at other institutions.

The Master of Science in Mathematics consists of four concentrations: Mathematics, Mathematics Teaching, Industrial and Applied Mathematics, and Statistics. None of these options will prepare students for any license or certification.

Educational Objectives
Mathematical Concept: Demonstrate sound conceptual understanding of mathematics through the construction of mathematically rigorous and logically correct proof.

Communication: Communicate mathematics differently to mathematical and non‐mathematical audiences in oral, written, and multi‐media form.

Research: Demonstrate the ability to conduct research in mathematics, statistics or mathematics education 

Real World Problems: Identify, formulate, and analyze real world problems with statistical or
mathematical techniques

Ranked #2 for Best Master’s in Math Education by intelligent.com (2021)

*This program has the option to be completed fully ONLINE.

Graduate Teaching Assistant/Graduate Assistant Opportunity
Why UTRGV?

  • #1 in Texas for Lowest Net Price – Washington Monthly, 2022
  • #2 Top Texas Public University -Washington Monthly, 2022
  • #3 Among National Public Universities for Least Student Debt -U.S. News & World Report, 2022
  • #4 for Awarding Master’s Degrees to Hispanic Latino Students -Hispanic Outlook on Education Magazine, 2022
  • Top 10 Best Online Colleges in Texas -EDSMART.ORG 2021

For more information on UTRGV’s notable achievements and recognitions visit our Reputation site.

Admission Requirements & Courses

Step #1: Submit a UTRGV Graduate Application at www.utrgv.edu/gradapply. There is no application fee.

Step #2: Request your official transcripts to be sent electronically to gradapps@utrgv.edu or mailed to:

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Graduate Admissions
Marialice Shary Shivers Bldg. 1.102
1201 W. University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539-2999

 
*Please Note: If you are a graduate of UTPA, UTB, or UTRGV you do not need to request an official transcript to be sent to the Graduate College.

Admission Requirements

Select one of the options below to view the program’s admission requirements and courses from the current graduate catalog.

Mathematics with a Concentration in Applied Mathematics (MS)

Mathematics with a Concentration in Applied Mathematics (MS) - Online Program

Mathematics with a Concentration in Mathematics (MS)

Mathematics with a Concentration in Mathematics (MS) - Online Program

Mathematics with a Concentration in Mathematics Teaching (MS)

Mathematics with a Concentration in Mathematics Teaching (MS) - Online Program

Mathematics with a Concentration in Statistics (MS)

Mathematics with a Concentration in Statistics (MS) - Online Program

Additional requirements for domestic applicants who attended foreign universities:

  • For additional information, visit the Additional Documents for Domestic Applicants who Attend Foreign Universities section of our website.

Additional requirements for international applicants:

  • For additional information, visit the International Admission page of our website.

Students in fully online programs are not eligible for I-20 or student visas.

Application Deadlines & Program Contact

To view a list of application deadlines and program contacts for our traditional programs, click here.

Tuition and Fees Estimate

For estimated costs visit Tuition and Fees.

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