Application for Graduate Study: Updated 12/10/07
Applications for Fall Semester 2008 are due by January 15, 2008.
We cannot consider applications to starty study earlier than Fall Semester 2008. Applications for Winter 2008 will be considered for Fall 2008.
Applicants for any graduate degree in mathematics should submit an application for graduate study. Please note that admission to the Ph.D. program requires that a graduate student pass the qualifying examinations. Admission to the graduate program does NOT guarantee admission to the Ph.D. program.
Online Applications
For additional information see the Admission page for Graduate Degree Programs on the MU Graduate School site.
Completion of the online application requires credit card payment $45.00US for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents, $60.00US for Non-Resident International applicants.
The online component of the application is submitted through the MU ApplyYourself website.
Please refer to the following section-by-section instructions and information when completing the ApplyYourself application to the MU Mathematics Department:
- MU GRADUATE STUDENT APPLICATION. This section consists of four subsections. Please follow the instructions below when completing these subsections.
- Personal Information: Complete all information as requested.
- Application Information: Applications are considered only starting Fall Semester, and only for Full-time study. Select a degree from the Graduate Degrees offered by the MU Mathematics Department. Indicate your selection as follows:
- Educational History: Complete all information as requested.
- Test Information:
- Although GRE scores are not formally required for admission to the graduate program in Mathematics, GRE General Test scores sent directly from the ETS will be considered as part of an application if available. Most applicants do choose to submit GRE General Test scores. GRE Subject Test scores will NOT be considered as part of the application process.
MU's Institutional Code for the GRE (and TOEFL) is: 6875.
- INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS ONLY: The TOEFL or the IELTS is required for most inernational applicants. The current minimum total TOEFL scores are 500 (paper-based test), 173 (computer-based test) or 61 (Internet-based test). The minimum total academic IELTS score is 5.5. For details please see Graduate School's instructions for International Applicants.
MU's Institutional Code for the TOEFL (and GRE) is: 6875.
- Supplemental Information:
- (required) Upload your Personal Statement, Statement of Goals or Statement of Purpose.
- Please indicate the specific degree for which you are applying, any additional degrees for which you may later apply, and explain your reasons for choosing to pursue these degrees at the University of Missouri. Note that admissions criteria for the PhD are more stringent than for the Master's. MU PhD students can later add a Master's degree to their program of study without requiring departmental approval. MU Master's students who wish to later add the PhD to their program of study require departmental evaluation and approval.
- (optional) Upload your resume or curriculum vita.
- (optional) Upload your writing sample.
- You may submit samples of your mathematical writings, publications, or pre-prints. Please limit to 10 pages.
- (optional) Upload any other supporting documents
- Unofficial copies of transcripts uploaded by applicant can be used for initial evaluation- official transcripts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office will still be required to finalize admission
- Unofficial copies of GRE reports uploaded by applicant can be used for initial evaluation
- INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS ONLY. Unofficial copies of TOEFL/IELTS reports uploaded by applicant can be used for initial evaluation - official re[prts sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office will still be required to finalize admission
- RECOMMENDATIONS: The ApplyYourself website will let you request confidential online recommendation letters from your recommendation providers. You need to provide the names and email addresses of recommendation providers who have agreed in advance to write letters for you. The Mathematics Department application requires at least three recommendation letters from your professors (or persons who assess in detail your academic performance and potential).
- DOWNLOADABLE FORMS: INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS ONLY.
- Affidavit of Support for International Applicants: It is not necessary to complete this form. International applicants are required to complete the Affidavit of Support OR provide a letter of support from a University of Missouri graduate degree program before immigration documents can be issued. All international admissions to the Mathematics graduate program come with financial support which suffices to meet this requirement.
The following (paper) application materials must be on file at the Graduate Admissions office before an admission offer can be finalized:
- Official transcripts/mark sheets from each college or university you have attended (sent directly from the college or university). Applicants with degrees from outside the United States must provide academic credentials in both the native language and in English.
- INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS ONLY. Official TOEFL or IELTS scores (sent directly from the testing service). Please review the Graduate School's policy regarding proof of English Language proficiency.
Please arrange to have these materials mailed to the following address:
University of Missouri-Columbia
Graduate Admissions
210 Jesse Hall
Columbia, MO 65211
800-877-6312
573-884-8488
Paper Applications
The application packet contains all the information and forms required to submit a paper application to the Mathematics graduate program. Please note that electronic applications are preferred.
Please choose ONE of the following formats for the complete application packet [revised 10/04]:
- A1) MU Application for Graduate Admission (with application fee of $45.00US for U.S. Citizens and
Permanent Residents; $60.00US for Non-Resident Internationals).
Mail the completed paper form Application
for Graduate Admission (pages 21-22 of the packet for all applicants; international applicants should
also submit pages 23-24 of the packet) to the following address (with a check or money order):
Graduate Admissions
210 Jesse Hall
Columbia, MO 65211-1300, USA
- A2) Official transcripts from every university or college attended.
The applicant should request that transcripts be mailed directly from the university or college to the Graduate Admissions office.
- A3) INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS ONLY: The TOEFL or the IELTS is required for most inernational applicants. The current minimum total TOEFL scores are 500 (paper-based test), 173 (computer-based test) or 61 (Internet-based test). The minimum total academic IELTS score is 5.5. For details please see Graduate School's instructions for International Applicants.
MU's Institutional Code for the TOEFL (and GRE) is: 6875.
Please arrange to have paper copies of items B1), B2), and B3) mailed to:
Director of Graduate Studies
202 Mathematical Sciences
Department of Mathematics
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO 65211-4100, USA
- B2) Three recommendation letters using the Letter of Reference Form (pages 13-14, 15-16, and 17-18 of the packet). The Mathematics Department application requires at least three recommendation letters from your professors (or persons who assess in detail your academic performance and potential).
- B3) Personal Statement, Statement of Goals or Statement of Purpose. Please indicate the specific degree for which you are applying, any additional degrees for which you may later apply, and explain your reasons for choosing to pursue these degrees at the University of Missouri. Note that admissions criteria for the PhD are more stringent than for the Master's. MU PhD students can later add a Master's degree to their program of study without requiring departmental approval. MU Master's students who wish to later add the PhD to their program of study require departmental evaluation and approval.
- B4) GRE scores. Although GRE scores are not formally required for admission to the graduate program in Mathematics, GRE General Test scores sent directly from the ETS will be considered as part of an application if available. Most applicants do choose to submit GRE General Test scores. GRE Subject Test scores will NOT be considered as part of the application process.
MU's Institutional Code for the GRE and TOEFL is: 6875.
Pre-Screening Applications:
Pre-screening of paper applications is available prior to the submission of an official application and fee.
If you would like to have the Mathematics Department pre-screen your paper application, please complete the following items from the Paper Application instructions above.
- A1) (excluding application fee and pages 20-21 of the packet),
- A2) (unofficial photocopies are permissible for pre-screening),
- B1)
- B2)
- B3)
- B4) if available (unofficial photocopies are permissible for pre-screening)
along with a cover letter clearly requesting pre-screening to:
Director of Graduate Studies
202 Mathematical Sciences
Department of Mathematics
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO 65211-4100, USA
You will receive an UNOFFICIAL assessment of the strength of your application by email. Note that an encouraging pre-screening assessment does NOT guarantee that submitting a complete application will result in official acceptance to the program.
Revised Monday, December 10, 2007
