Master’s Degree in Mathematics (MAT)

Gain Advanced Skills and Licensure: Earn a Master’s in Mathematics

Find the Math Master's program that fits your needs. We offer an evening MAT degree aimed at secondary education teachers seeking professional licensure or additional coursework with an emphasis on pedagogy.

Bridgewater State University’s master’s degree in mathematics degree is designed for aspiring teachers and educational professionals who want to gain greater knowledge and skills, make a more meaningful impact in the field and earn professional licensure. In conjunction with BSU’s Department of Secondary Education and Department of Mathematics, our MAT degree in mathematics will expose you to various models of instruction and their impact on students, giving you the expertise to become a teacher-leader in Massachusetts and beyond.

MAT in Mathematics Program Highlights

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Learn from experts in mathematics and teaching

Faculty in BSU’s mathematics programs have extensive teaching and research experience. Our professors work in a variety of areas of pure and applied mathematics, including combinatorics, number theory, harmonic analysis, math modeling, and data science. These approachable and supportive instructors are committed to preparing effective mathematics educators.

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An affordable way to advance your degree

At BSU, our tuition is among the most affordable in Massachusetts and is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. We also offer paid graduate assistant and quantitative fellow positions for students in our master’s degree in mathematics programs.

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Pursue an MAT education on your schedule

Coursework in the Math MAT is offered in a variety of formats — in person and online, as well as during the evenings. You can complete your degree as a part-time student or go full-time and finish in as little as two years.

Take coursework in a small learning environment

When comparing programs, you’ll be hard pressed to find a master’s in mathematics with smaller classes than BSU. In fact, you’ll rarely have a class with more than 10 graduate students.

A program with state-of-the-art facilities

In-person coursework for all our mathematics programs are held in the high-tech Dana Mohler-Faria Science and Mathematics Center. You’ll find that our research and teaching laboratories are equipped with cutting-edge learning technology.

Personalized academic guidance and career support

All master’s degree in mathematics students have a dedicated faculty adviser who will work with you throughout the MAT education. Your adviser will not only answer coursework questions, but they’ll also help you with internships, research projects and your career search.

Update to Admissions Requirements

Please note, the Master of Science in Mathematics is a graduate program that can only be completed during the DAY. The Master of Teaching degree in Mathematics can be completed in the evenings.

Program of Study for Master’s in Mathematics

Bringing together both practice and theory, BSU’s master’s degree in mathematics exposes you to a variety of topics in mathematics and math education. Throughout your MAT education coursework, you will:

Build advanced skills and deeper knowledge in mathematics
Develop advocacy and leadership competencies
Gain a deeper understanding of instruction and assessment techniques

After taking five MAT education core courses, you will also have the opportunity to gain greater expertise through electives in algebra, analysis, applied math and statistics or geometry and finite math.

Course highlights include:

Real Analysis for Teaching
Abstract Algebra for Teaching
Probability and Statistics for Teaching
Cryptology, Applied Mathematics for Teaching

Admission Requirements and Program Details

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Program details from 2026-2027 Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog

Graduate Program Coordinator: Dr. Nguyenho Ho

“When I first qualified for my mathematics teaching license, I struggled to find the right job. That’s why I enrolled in BSU’s MAT teaching program — to boost my resume. At BSU, I developed and gained important skills to become an excellent teacher and am grateful for my experience.”

Sean Murdoch, ’16 MAT Mathematics

Mathematics Teacher, Madison Academic Charter High School

Careers in Mathematics

BSU’s MAT teaching program leads to a professional teaching license in Massachusetts. Some of our graduates go on to pursue educational leadership and doctorate degrees from top mathematics programs.

Jobs for mathematicians and statisticians are expected to continue to grow

10%

over the next decade — much faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Graduate Funding Opportunities

The College of Graduate Studies provides various opportunities for graduate students to receive funding while working towards their degrees. Appointments are competitive and are determined by undergraduate and/or graduate grade point averages, pertinent experience, educational preparation and interviews. For information on assistantships, fellowships and conference funding awards, please visit our Graduate Funding Opportunities page.

The Master of Arts in Teaching Mathematics is eligible for unsubsidized student loans and applicants are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. For more specific questions, please visit the Financial Aid Office website or contact them directly at finaid@bridgew.edu.