Master’s Degree in Mathematics (MS)

Skills Beyond Concepts: Earn a Master’s in Mathematics

Find the Math Master's program that fits your needs. We offer a daytime MS degree designed to impart advanced mathematical training in preparation for PhD programs or quantitative careers in government, industry, and education.

Offered through the Department of Mathematics, the MS in Mathematics at BSU will provide you with a sound understanding of important mathematical concepts and the tools needed to understand and apply mathematics in the world. Depending on your aspirations, the degree can be tailored to prepare you for PhD programs in pure or applied mathematics and related fields, or highly skilled positions in insurance, engineering, finance, and medicine. It can also serve educators looking to advance their licensure while opening up additional options like teaching at two-year colleges.

Master’s 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. You will have the chance to join their research or pursue a project of your own.

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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.

A 4+1 program that sets you up for success

BSU math majors can apply for early acceptance in their junior or senior year of undergraduate study. Upon acceptance, students may take up to two graduate-level courses during their final year of undergraduate study and may apply these courses to both the undergraduate and graduate degrees. Learn more about early admissions at BSU »

Flexible degree completion paths

There are three paths to completing the MS in Mathmatics: Students may choose to complete and defend a thesis in mathematics as part of their degree requirements. This option allows them to pursue research in a variety of topics in both pure and applied mathematics. Students may also choose to complete a graduate-level internship and capstone project as an alternative pathway to graduation. This allows them to gain practical experience in industry. Finally, students may choose to graduate by passing comprehensive examinations in Abstract Algebra and Analysis.

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 MS program. 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.

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. Through the MS in Mathematics program you will:

Gain fluency with foundational math concepts and abstract thinking in core areas of mathematics.
Communicate arguments and proofs effectively, in both oral and written form.
Be well-trained to work in education, government, or the private sector or to enter a doctoral program in pure or applied math.

Course highlights include:

Real Analysis, Abstract Algebra
Probability and Statistics
Linear Algebra
Applied Math, Optimization

Admission Requirements and Program Details

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Program details from 2026-2027 Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog

Graduate Program Coordinator: Dr. Nguyenho Ho

Careers in Mathematics

The MS in mathematics program prepares students for an array of career options, including highly skilled positions in government, engineering, medicine, finance, insurance as well as education. Students may also choose to pursue PhD degrees in mathematics after graduation.

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.