Overview

The Pure Mathematics program from Kent State University is one of six in the state public university system, and one of only two in Northeast Ohio. In broad terms, the faculty areas of research lie in functional analysis and operator theory, Lie representation theory, approximation theory, finite groups, character theory, number theory, large scale systems of equations, numerical and scientific computation and probability and stochastic processes.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Understand and appreciate connections among different subdisciplines of mathematics.

Be aware of and understand a broad range of mathematical subdisciplines.

Obtain a broader and deeper understanding of core mathematics subdisciplines of algebra and analysis.

Obtain a deep understanding of some subdiscipline.

Reason in mathematical arguments at a deep level, including using precise definitions, articulating assumptions and reasoning logically to conclusions.

Engage effectively in problem solving, including exploring examples, devising and testing conjectures and assessing the correctness of solutions.

Approach mathematical problems creatively, including trying multiple approaches and modifying problems when necessary to make them more tractable.

Develop and carry out a research program in mathematics.

Communicate mathematics clearly both orally and in writing.

Teach university-level mathematics effectively.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

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Applications submitted after these deadlines will be considered on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Passage of the departmental qualifying examination at the master's level in algebra and analysis
Master's degree from an accredited university or college
Official transcript(s)
Goal Statement
Résumé or vita
Three letters of recommendation
English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25091 USD / year

≈ 25091 USD / year
Out-of-State

25091 USD / year

≈ 25091 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

13448 USD / year

≈ 13448 USD / year

Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

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