Overview

The Mathematics and Philosophy Department at Western Illinois University has received approval for their new Master’s program in Teaching Mathematics from the Illinois Board of Higher Education

This innovative program will give teachers an opportunity to earn a Masters degree in Mathematics and provide opportunities for these teachers to teach dual credit and college-level courses.

The Department of Mathematics and Philosophy is excited to provide this accessible Master’s program and believes it will be a valuable benefit to the region’s secondary teachers and their students.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

display sound knowledge in applied mathematics and statistics
demonstrate in-depth understanding of at least one area of mathematics and good knowledge in its applications
investigate and solve problems using systematic thinking, analytic reasoning, and the scientific method
communicate the results of his or her investigations clearly and concisely
demonstrate appropriate knowledge in technological skills

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods of Classical Analysis
Scientific Computing
Symmetry, Algebra, Geometry, Topology
Perspective of Secondary School Mathematics
Research in Math. Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Macomb, United States

Disciplines

Mathematics Teaching View 598 other Masters in Mathematics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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General requirements

$50 non-refundable application fee
A copy of your passport.
Your full academic record is required for an admission decision.
Proof of English proficiency if required.

Hold a degree comparable to a recognized U.S. bachelor’s degree.

A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 OR 3.0 or higher GPA for the last two years (60 s.h.) of undergraduate work
3 letters of recommendation attesting to the applicant’s academic potential at the graduate level

International students must have an overall TOEFL score of at least 72 or an overall IELTS score of 6.0.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

26004 USD / year

≈ 26004 USD / year
Out-of-State

13002 USD / year

≈ 13002 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13002 USD / year

≈ 13002 USD / year

Living costs

Macomb

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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