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University of Pittsburgh    
2026-2027 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog 
    
 
  Jul 20, 2026
 
2026-2027 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog

Mathematics, MA


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Degree Requirements


http://www.mathematics.pitt.edu/graduate/graduate-handbook

Requirements for the MA


http://www.mathematics.pitt.edu/graduate/graduate-handbook#mastershttp://www.mathematics.pitt.edu/graduate/graduate-handbook#masters

The MA in mathematics requires completion of at least ten mathematics courses (30 credits) and an oral comprehensive examination. Achievement of an overall course average of B or better is required for all courses.

The master’s programs in applied mathematics contain several tracks, each having a selection of required and elective courses. The MA program requires 30 credits (minimum of 7 departmental) and an oral comprehensive examination. An MS option is available that requires a total of 30 credits and a thesis (24 course credits + 6 credits-thesis).

Requirements for the MS


http://www.mathematics.pitt.edu/graduate/graduate-handbook#masters

The MS in mathematics requires completion of at least eight mathematics courses (24 credits) and  the completion and defense of a thesis in mathematics (6 credits). Six of the eight courses must be taken at the 2000-3000 level; the remaining ones may be those cross-listed with other departments. Achievement of an overall course average of B or better is required for all courses.

The master’s programs in applied mathematics contain several tracks, each having a selection of required and elective courses. The MA program requires 30 credits (minimum of 7 departmental) and an oral comprehensive examination. An MS option is available that requires a total of 30 credits and a thesis (24 course credits + 6 credits-thesis).

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