Overview

Career Path

As a student of the Mathematics program from Governors State University you will receive intensive training in both applied and theoretical mathematics, allowing you to focus your professional goals within your academic interests. As a mathematician, you can pursue a career in academia, contributing to research and teaching the next generation of mathematicians. You may also aim for roles in industry, using your analytical and problem-solving skills to drive innovation in fields such as finance, technology, and engineering. Additionally, you can work in government or private research institutions, applying mathematical theories to solve complex real-world problems and influencing policy and decision-making processes.

Applied mathematicians typically work in alignment with individuals in other occupations—such as chemists, materials scientists, chemical engineers, and industrial designers—to test and analyze product effectiveness.

Why get a Master of Science in Mathematics?

With an M.S. in Mathematics, you will gain valuable skills in problem-solving and mathematical inquiry, qualifying you to pursue a career using mathematics or to continue your studies at the Ph.D. level. Many mathematicians use their skills to pursue careers in fields such as computer programming, system analysis, statistics, or data science and analytics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Linear Algebra

Modern Algebra

History of Mathematical Ideas

Mathematical Modeling

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

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National rolling basis

Language

English

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Credits

34 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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General requirements

a cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 (out of a possible 4.0). Students seeking admission to the GSU Master of Science in Mathematics program with a GPA lower than 2.75 may petition to the graduate program coordinator for admission.
submit a letter of application including a statement of personal interest in pursuing a master’s degree in mathematics,
submit three professional or academic letters of reference

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18722 USD / year

≈ 18722 USD / year
Out-of-State

9361 USD / year

≈ 9361 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9361 USD / year

≈ 9361 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 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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