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Graduate Study in Mathematical Sciences At Binghamton Introduction Binghamton University is strongly committed to affirmative action. We offer access to services and recruit students and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin. |
IntroductionWe are pleased to respond to your request for information about graduate work in the Department of Mathematical Sciences. This booklet contains some information on our program and on how to apply for admission and an assistantship. If you have additional questions, don't hesitate to write the department, or phone 607-777-2147. The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers four graduate degrees: Master of Arts (MA) This booklet focuses on the MA and PhD programs, although some information on the MAT and MST is included on the last page. |
MAT/MST DegreesThe MAT and MST degrees prepare students for certification as high school teachers in the State of New York. These degrees are given jointly by the School of Education and Human Development (SEHD) and the Department of Mathematical Sciences. The MST is intended for students who have satisfied the undergraduate education requirements for provisional certification with specialization in mathematics. The MAT, on the other hand, prepares for certification those students with appropriate mathematics experience but with little or no background in education. Students in our MA program may pursue the MAT degree concurrently, and thus obtain certification. This is appropriate for students who are fairly sure they want to be high school teachers but would like the stronger mathematics content of our MA degree. Rules governing the use of the same course for both degrees can be found in the University's Bulletin. |
A student with provisional
certification
who obtains an MA degree in our department
automatically qualifies for permanent
certification in New York State.
We are rarely able to offer assistantships to students who are enrolled solely in the MAT/MST programs, but SEHD has some funds for the support of these students. For more information about the MAT and MST, please request our separate information packet or contact SEHD. |