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2003-2005 EIU Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Mathematics
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Study Plan Approval for All Programs: The study plan shall be
approved by the department prior to the completion of 12 semester hours
of graduate credit which count toward the graduate degree.
Graduate Assistantships for All Programs: Information on
graduate assistantships may be obtained by contacting the Coordinator
of Graduate Studies or Chair, Department of Mathematics, 3611 Old Main,
EIU.
Program Mission for the Master of Arts in Mathematics: The
major in mathematics provides a solid background in basic
graduate-level mathematics. It prepares students for advanced graduate
study, post-secondary teaching, or work in industry or government.
Elective courses allow specialized study in areas such as pure
mathematics, applied mathematics and computer sciences. Admission Requirements: To be eligible for degree candidacy, applicants must meet all of the requirements for admission to the Graduate School (see “ Admission to Graduate Degree and Certificate Programs”). Additionally, all candidates must submit scores from the General GRE.
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Degree Requirements
Degree requirements Master of Arts in Mathematics include those outlined for the master’s degree by the Graduate School (see “ Requirements for the Master’s Degree”). The requirement for the Master of Arts Degree in Mathematics is 34 semester hours (32 if a thesis is written) of graduate level courses as approved by the Graduate Committee of the Mathematics Department. Each program must include MAT 5100 and either MAT 5301 or 5330. If the student did not complete MAT 4760 and 4860 or their equivalents as an undergraduate, they must be included. The program may include up to 8 semester hours of courses in related areas, and include at least 24 semester hours of courses numbered 5000 and above. |
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