M.A. in mathematics
HEGIS code 1701
NYS SED program code 02063

The Mathematics Department offers a distinctive master of arts program in pure and applied mathematics. Students gain experience with current mathematical software and technology, and may study computational mathematics in conjunction with the Computer and Information Science Department. Students who do not wish to pursue university-level teaching and research careers may elect to develop expertise in financial mathematics to obtain the marketable credentials for work in the financial industry. Mathematics Department faculty develop and conduct high quality research and participate in the mathematics and urban education doctoral programs of The Graduate Center of The City University of New York.

Program/Department Advisors

Advisor Name Title Phone Location Email Office Hours Suzuki, Jeffrey A Graduate Deputy 718-951-5246 2316b Ingersoll Hall jsuzuki brooklyn.cuny.edu call/email for appointment

Building codes:    A-Whitehead;   B-Boylan;   J-James;   N-Ingersoll;   NE-Ingersoll Extension;   R-Roosevelt;   RE-Roosevelt Extension;   WEB - West End Building

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Matriculation requirements
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Applicants must offer at least 18 credits in mathematics courses beyond elementary calculus.

General matriculation and admission requirements of the Division of Graduate Studies are in the section "Admission."
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Degree requirements
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Thirty credits are required for the degree.

Students must complete 21 credits in courses in the Mathematics Department. The following courses are required: Mathematics 714.1X, 715.1X, 721X or 720.4X, and 722X.

With permission of the deputy chairperson, the remaining credits required for the degree may be in courses in any department.

Students must pass a comprehensive examination or submit a thesis acceptable to the department. Students may submit a thesis only with the approval of the department. Students who receive such approval are required to register for Mathematics 783X (no credit). Information about requirements for the comprehensive examination and the thesis is in the section "Academic Regulations and Procedures."

Courses in the Mathematics Department offered toward the degree must be 700-level courses.

The program of study must be approved by the deputy chairperson.
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Recommendations
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Students should submit the program of study for approval early, before initial registration if possible. The department gives guidance in planning a well-balanced program. Students should acquire a reading knowledge of mathematical
French, German, and/or Russian, although no foreign language examination is required.