{"id":4876,"date":"2025-08-29T15:14:41","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T19:14:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/?post_type=program-page&#038;p=4876"},"modified":"2026-06-30T14:51:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T18:51:17","slug":"ms-applied-mathematics","status":"publish","type":"program-page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/ms-applied-mathematics\/","title":{"rendered":"Applied Mathematics"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='program-hero'><div class='top-part'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><div class='content-area'><h1 id=\"content-start\">Applied Mathematics<\/h1><p class=\"program-info\"><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?degree_type=ms\">MS<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=masters\">Master's<\/a><\/p><div class='image-holder'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/08\/091824_applied-mathematics-hero.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/08\/091824_applied-mathematics-hero.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Two young women smiling at symposium as they check out a presentation on robotics\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='bottom-part'><div class='wrapper'><div class='content-area'>\n<p>This program offers you a rigorous foundation in analytical, computational, and statistical methods used to model complex systems in science, industry, and technology. Through advanced coursework in linear algebra, numerical methods, statistics, and optimization, students develop a strong toolkit for solving real-world problems.<\/p>\n<p>This program is ideal for professionals seeking to deepen their mathematical expertise or for those preparing for doctoral studies in mathematics or related fields. Students have the flexibility to pursue research or applied project pathways, and elective courses allow for customization in areas such as differential equations, numerical computing, and stochastic models.<\/p>\n<p>As a graduate of this program, you\u2019ll be prepared for roles in data science, quantitative research, actuarial work, and other math-intensive fields across government, private, and academic sectors. The curriculum also supports career advancement if you\u2019re a current educator or analyst seeking to broaden your skills. <a href=\"http:\/\/catalog.montclair.edu\/programs\/applied-mathematics-ms\/\">See the curriculum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/apply\/\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/register\/grad-inquiry\">Request Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><aside><p><strong>Program Format<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=in-person\">In-person<\/a><\/p><p><strong>College or School<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?college=csam\">College of Science and Mathematics<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Area of Study<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?area_of_study=health-medicine-and-the-sciences\">Health, Medicine and the Sciences<\/a><\/p><p><span class='prpl-button full-width'><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/portal\/graduate-events\">Upcoming Admissions Events<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/aside><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2><strong>Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Equivalent of a U.S. bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/li>\n<li>Applicants with non-U.S. degrees: Please visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate\/how-to-apply\/international-applicants\/\">international applicants page<\/a> to review U.S. degree equivalency information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To be eligible for admission into this program, a student must have completed the following six undergraduate courses with a minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Single-Variable Calculus (equivalent to the 精品成人福利在线 University courses AMAT 120 and AMAT 220)<\/li>\n<li>Multivariable and Vector Calculus (equivalent to the 精品成人福利在线 University course MATH 222)<\/li>\n<li>Linear Algebra (equivalent to the 精品成人福利在线 University course AMAT 240)<\/li>\n<li>Probability (equivalent to the 精品成人福利在线 University course AMAT 345)<\/li>\n<li>Ordinary Differential Equations (equivalent to the 精品成人福利在线 University course AMAT 350)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Application Checklist<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Application Deadline: Rolling admission.<\/li>\n<li>Online Application: <a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/apply\/\">Submit application<\/a> and $60 non-refundable fee (or waiver if applicable).<\/li>\n<li>Transcript: One from each college attended.<\/li>\n<li>Essay\/Statement of Purpose: Please write an integrated essay providing a response to each of the following questions:\n<ul>\n<li>What are your goals for graduate study and your future career?<\/li>\n<li>In what ways do your academic background and your professional experiences provide evidence of your potential for success in the program you selected and in your eventual career? Please give specific examples of relevant coursework and\/or experience.<\/li>\n<li>Is there any further information we should consider in assessing your candidacy?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Letters of Recommendation: Two (2) letters of recommendation, from persons qualified to evaluate the applicant\u2019s promise of academic achievement and potential for professional growth.<\/li>\n<li>Resume: Required.<\/li>\n<li>Standardized Test Scores: GRE (Optional).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"program-contact-band\"><div class=\"background-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><\/div><div class=\"content-container\">\n<h2>Questions? We&#8217;re Here to Help.<\/h2>\n<p>If you have any general questions regarding the application process and requirements, please email or call us. If you have specific inquiries regarding your program of interest, please contact the Applied Mathematics (MS) Program Coordinator.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"contact-card-holder\"><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate\/\">Office of Graduate Admissions<\/a><\/p>Get guidance on every step of the application process, from admission requirements and deadlines to transcripts, test scores and next steps toward enrollment. The Office of Graduate Admissions provides the information and resources needed to put forward a strong application.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:graduate@montclair.edu\">graduate@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-5147\">973-655-5147<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>The Graduate School, 4th Floor<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\">Program Coordinator: Dr. Yikang Shi<\/p>Get detailed information about the program itself\u2014from curriculum and faculty expertise to research, internships and career outcomes. The program coordinator can explain how the program connects to your academic and professional goals.<\/div><div class=\"details\"><ul class=\"contact-list\"><li><svg title=\"envelope icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 64l512 0 0 80L256 320 0 144 0 64zM0 448L0 182.8 237.9 346.4 256 358.8l18.1-12.5L512 182.8 512 448 0 448z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:shiy@montclair.edu\">shiy@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"phone icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M164.9 24.6c-7.7-18.6-28-28.5-47.4-23.2l-88 24C12.1 30.2 0 46 0 64C0 311.4 200.6 512 448 512c18 0 33.8-12.1 38.6-29.5l24-88c5.3-19.4-4.6-39.7-23.2-47.4l-96-40c-16.3-6.8-35.2-2.1-46.3 11.6L304.7 368C234.3 334.7 177.3 277.7 144 207.3L193.3 167c13.7-11.2 18.4-30 11.6-46.3l-40-96z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"tel:973-655-3660\">973-655-3660<\/a><\/li><li><svg title=\"map icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M215.7 499.2C267 435 384 279.4 384 192C384 86 298 0 192 0S0 86 0 192c0 87.4 117 243 168.3 307.2c12.3 15.3 35.1 15.3 47.4 0zM192 128a64 64 0 1 1 0 128 64 64 0 1 1 0-128z\"><\/path><\/svg>Conrad J. 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