Master of Science in Applied Mathematics
The MS Applied Mathematics degree prepares students to excel in the world of Big Data and AI.
94%
Northeastern University prepares graduates for the future of work. 94% of graduates land industry-related jobs.
$104K
Average annual salary for data scientist (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022)
30%
Projected growth in employment for mathematicians from 2022 to 2032 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022)
New applications of mathematics are constantly being discovered, and established techniques are being applied in new ways and in emerging fields. Students have the option to participate in the Data Science Concentration or an Electives Option. The concentration option allows students to be able to personalize their education with more in-depth knowledge of data science or other areas of interest. Learn more here.
Northeastern’s Master of Science in Applied Mathematics caters to students who are looking to enter or who are currently working in a variety of applied math careers, such as financial service and investment firms, data science and high-tech firms, computer information and software firms, and academic institutions and research institutes.
Need more flexibility?
We also offer a MS in Mathematics, MS in Operations Research, and a PhD program. Learn more here.
Commitment
- 1-2 years
- Full-time & part-time offerings
- On campus in Boston
International Students
Program meets F1 Visa Requirements
Find out what additional documents are required to apply here.
Requirements
- Online application
- Application fee
- All transcripts
- Personal statement
- Resumé
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Minimum GPA of 3.0
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Learn more about the application process and requirements here.
Students may take other Khoury College of Computer Sciences courses not on the list in consultation with their faculty advisor.
See the suggested elective course list below.
Students may take MATH courses at the 5000 level or above listed in other concentrations or the suggested elective course list. Courses outside of MATH may be chosen with faculty approval.
Students may complete other MATH courses not listed here and courses outside of MATH in consultation with their faculty advisor. See the Northeastern catalog more information.
Rohit Thakur decided to pursue a MS in Operations Research at the College of Science to develop his mathematical thinking. He has completed two co-ops during his time here, at Rue Gilt and Nestle, which have broadened his horizons.
“My classes at Northeastern provided me with the in-depth knowledge and hands-on skills required to excel in my co-ops. The professors are industry experts who keep an outstanding balance between application and theory when teaching any course.”
Hear more on his experience here.
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Delve into your future career path on co-op
The department of mathematics’ graduate co-op program allows students to take a four- to eight-month term during their degree to gain industry experience in their chosen field. Our co-op coordinator is dedicated to helping develop each student’s career direction and job opportunities.
Students from the program find co-op appointments in a wide variety of fields, including scientific modeling and research, consumer and business analytics, financial modeling, healthcare analytics, and statistical analysis. Learn more here.
Career Outlook
Earning a degree at Northeastern opens the door to a network of more than 275,000 alumni and 3,350+ employer partners, including government agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and global nongovernmental organizations. As a result, our community expands continents, furthering our commitment to global, lifelong connections. Learn more here.
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