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Applied Mathematics Master's Program

Program Details

Degree

Master of Science

Available

On campus

Contact

Graduate Admissions1.888.511.1306graduate@stevens.edu
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Both established companies and startups are actively seeking experts in applied mathematics who can formulate and solve problems on a global scale. You are well-positioned with an Applied Mathematics Master’s degree from Stevens.

The applied mathematics master’s program prepares you for careers in science, engineering and business where advanced methods in differential equations, nonlinear optimization, statistics, and computational mathematics play a significant role in technology development and innovation. 

Leverage one of our three concentrations for a deep understanding in either differential equations, optimization of stochastic systems, or data science, giving you an edge in careers at the interface between mathematics and applications in science, engineering and business — or a launchpad for a future Ph.D.

Concentrations

  • Differential Equations

  • Optimization of Stochastic Systems

  • Data Science


The Stevens Advantage: Widen Your Career Options

Instructor points to an equation in a students notebookStevens’ Hoboken, N.J., location places students just across the river from Manhattan, home to the corporate headquarters for many large companies and a thriving tech startup community. From financial services to pharmaceuticals to next-generation tech, these employers constantly seek highly skilled talent and often turn to Stevens as a source for new hires.

Learn more about what makes an engineering education from Stevens a unique experience:

  • Graduate Cooperative Education Program: Available with two tracks, your co-op experience can serve as a starting point for a research project or augment your on-campus research with complimentary experience.

  • International Student Experience: Tap into our expanding worldwide network of research, academic and alumni partners and mentor with our expert faculty in a number of federally-designated STEM degree programs. Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is available to gain work experience in your major/field of study.

  • State-of-the-Art Research Labs and Facilities: Build, tinker and test your designs in Stevens' MakerCenter, Prototype and Object Fabrication Lab, or numerous other research facilities.

  • Research Opportunities: Renowned faculty, labs and research centers – as well as industry partnerships and funding from leading national agencies – support strategic and interdisciplinary research in engineering and science.


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Program Admission Requirements


Graduate Programs That Advance Your Career

A recruiter and a Stevens student shake hands at a career event.The applied mathematics master's program develops in-demand knowledge and skills to put you on track for career success in a variety of roles like:

  • Research Scientist

  • Data Scientist

  • Operations Researcher

  • Quantitative Analyst

  • Investment Analyst

  • Finance Analyst

  • Research and Development Engineer

  • Modeling Engineer

  • Applied Mathematician

  • Further studies in Ph.D. programs

Our graduates are been hired at companies like: Facebook, Honeywell, Humboldt University, Rutgers University, University of North Carolina, Yale University


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