Degree Requirements

The requirements for the MS degree are met by selecting either the thesis option or the non-thesis option. Both options require an advanced course in each of analysis, algebra and topology; normally this requirement is met with the courses MTH 711, MTH 721, and MTH 731.

Thesis Option

If a thesis is written, 30 semester hours of coursework, including MTH 791 and MTH 792 and at least four additional 3-hour courses numbered above 700 are required for the MS degree.

MTH 711 or other

Advanced course in analysis

3

MTH 721 or other

Advanced course in algebra

3

MTH 731 or other

Advanced course in topology

3

Other 700-level

One course

3

600 or 700-level

Four electives

12

MTH 791

Thesis research I

3

MTH 792

Thesis Research II

3

Total Hours  

30

Non-Thesis Option

If a thesis is not written, 36 semester hours of coursework, including at least five 3-hour courses numbered above 700, are required for the MS degree. MTH 791 and MTH 792 cannot be counted as part of this coursework.

MTH 711 or other Advanced course in analysis 3
MTH 721 or other Advanced course in algebra 3
MTH 731 or other Advanced course in topology 3
Other 700-level Two courses 6
600 or 700-level Six electives 18
Total Hours  

30

With the approval of the graduate committee, graduate courses may be taken in related areas to fulfill requirements; however no more than 9 such hours may count toward the requirements for either the thesis or non-thesis option.

For additional degree requirements, see Requirements for Degrees.