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Study Mathematics in the United States

Mathematics degrees develop abstract and analytical thinking – algebra, analysis, geometry, statistics and applied mathematics – a foundation for research, data science, finance and engineering.

  • 2,529 programmes
  • 780 institutions
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  1. Bachelor

    Mathematics/Applied Science (B.S.) (UCLA)

    University of California System 🇺🇸 Oakland, Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, United States

  2. Undergraduate

    Applied Discrete Mathematics (Undergraduate)

    Belmont University 🇺🇸 Nashville, United States

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  4. Associate

    Mathematics (Associate)

    College of Lake County 🇺🇸 Grayslake,Illinois, United States

  5. Bachelor

    Mathematics (Bachelor)

    Central Methodist University 🇺🇸 Fayette, United States

  6. Minor

    Mathematics (minor)

    Charleston Southern University 🇺🇸 Charleston, United States

  7. Minor

    Mathematics (Minor)

    Emory University 🇺🇸 Atlanta, United States

  8. Certificate

    Mathematics, K-12 Teacher Certification

    New Jersey City University 🇺🇸 Jersey City, United States

  9. Major

    Mathematics (Major)

    Fairfield University 🇺🇸 Fairfield, United States

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  11. Certificate

    Teacher Certification in Mathematics

    Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 🇺🇸 Slippery Rock, United States

  12. Master

    Applied Mathematics, (M.S.)

    Long Island University 🇺🇸 Brooklyn, Brookville, United States

  13. Bachelor

    BA, Mathematics, Preparation for Teaching

    San Jose State University 🇺🇸 San Jose, United States

  14. Other programmes

    Mathematics

    Yale University 🇺🇸 New Haven, United States

  15. Associate

    Mathematics (Associate)

    Napa Valley College 🇺🇸 Napa, United States

  16. Major

    Mathematics (Major)

    Wells College 🇺🇸 Aurora, United States

Study Mathematics in the United States – facts and figures

In the United States, 780 universities and colleges offer 2,529 Mathematics programmes: 629 Bachelor, 367 Master and 145 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Long Beach, Oakland, Albany,New York and New York. Institutions with the widest choice: The California State University, State University of New York (SUNY) and University of California.

Degrees in Mathematics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Mathematics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Mathematics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Mathematics programmes?

The directory lists 2,529 Mathematics programmes at 780 institutions in the United States. Popular cities include Long Beach, Oakland and Albany,New York.

How long does it take to study Mathematics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Mathematics programmes in the United States?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are The California State University, State University of New York (SUNY), University of California, University of Nebraska - Lincoln and Kent State University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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