Graduate Studies - Masters in Mathematics Education

While some careers are accessible with only an undergraduate degree, for others, a masters or doctoral degree is recommended or required.  If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree after college, discuss this with your advisor so that you can plan for it.  See also our advising page on graduate school for more information, including information on Graduate Record Exams.

Our department offers a Masters in Mathematics Education for teachers seeking professional certification to teach mathematics in grades 7-12 in New York State.  You can enroll in the program on a part time or full time basis.  A typical full time student enters the program in the fall and completes the degree by the end of the following summer.  Students take coursework in education and advanced mathematics, and then complete a masters thesis.  For a complete description of the program and its requirements, see here.  We typically offer several graduate assistantships on a competitive basis to our most qualified students.  There are also opportunities throughout the year for graduate students to take a leadership role in outreach activities, such as the Annual High School Math/Science Challenge in May and our one-week Camp COMETS for middle school students.