Overview
The Department of Mathematical Sciences at Northern Illinois University offers specializations in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, computational mathematics, and mathematics education within the M.S. degree. Applicants are expected to have completed the equivalent of the requirements for the appropriate emphasis for the B.S. in mathematical sciences at NIU. This requirement may be modified for applicants with promising undergraduate records.
Area(s) of Emphasis:
- Specialization in Pure Mathematics
- Specialization in Mathematics Education
- Specialization in Applied Mathematics
- Specialization in Computational Mathematics
Programme Structure
Courses included:- Algebraic Structures
- Real Analysis
- Applied Mathematics
- Nonlinear Programming
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Mathematics Actuarial Science View 364 other Masters in Actuarial Science in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Completed a four-year undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution or one with equivalent recognition.
- Achieved a 2.75 grade point average on a 4.00 scale, or the equivalent.
- If you received a three-year degree awarded through the Bologna process in Europe or a three-year Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business Administration awarded in India, you are eligible to apply (provided you are seeking admission to the MBA or OMIS program).
- Transcripts
- Letters of recommendation.
- Statement of purpose.
- Test scores (if required).
- Resume or curriculum vitae (optional)
- Additional materials required by your program.
Tuition Fee
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International
13095 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 873 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
7560 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 504 USD per credit during 24 months. -
In-State
7560 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 504 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for DeKalb
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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