Overview

In addition, completion of this Mathematics degree program from Western Kentucky University would qualify the classroom teacher to teach WKU-offered dual credit mathematics courses at the high school level, teach at a community college or technical school, or pursue a PhD/EdD in mathematics education. This degree does not provide initial teacher certification or prepare a student for a PhD in mathematics.

Program Requirements (30 hours)

This program is designed to develop mathematics teachers who can positively impact student learning in their classrooms and schools. Courses and experiences include a study of advanced mathematics. The capstone for the MA in Mathematics is a research project that focuses on the teaching and learning of mathematics, from an advanced perspective.

Comprehensive exams in mathematics are required. A student who chooses to do a thesis is required to complete 6 hours of MATH 599 and to give an oral defense of the thesis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Algebra from an Advanced Perspective
Geometry from an Advanced Perspective
Numerical Analysis
History of Mathematics
Algebra and Number Theory
Intermediate Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-16 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bowling Green, United States

Disciplines

Mathematics View 637 other Masters in Mathematics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Satisfy one of the following conditions:

have a GPA of at least 3.0 in their undergraduate major, or
have a GRE general score of at least 300.

A bachelor's degree in mathematics, OR the completion of the following undergraduate courses, with at most one deficiency:

calculus sequence through multivariable calculus
linear algebra
discrete mathematics
probability or calculus-based statistics
abstract algebra
geometry

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Tuition Fee

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International

28590 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 953 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

27510 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 917 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

18210 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 607 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Bowling Green

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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