Entry requirements for California State University, Fresno
In order to be admitted to the Master of Science program in Mathematics:
You must first apply to the University through Cal State Apply.
You must have earned a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Mathematics.
In order to achieve classified standing (i.e., full admission), you should:
have undergraduate preparation in mathematics comparable to that of a typical mathematics major at Fresno State, and
have a 3.0 grade point average in the your upper division mathematics courses (our main focus is on MATH 111, MATH 151, MATH 152, and MATH 171, or equivalent)
You are required to either:
(a) have completed, within the last five years, courses on: upper division linear algebra, abstract algebra, and real analysis, all with at least a B and an average of 3.3, or
(b) have taken the GRE Mathematics subject test. Applicants' GRE Mathematics subject test scores are expected to be at least 500.
If you lack the above preparation, you may be admitted conditionally. In this case, you will become classified after meeting additional requirements as set by the Graduate Coordinator. Coursework required to achieve classified status may not be applied towards credits for the graduate program.
You must also have two signed letters of recommendation, in letterhead, from faculty at your undergraduate institution sent directly to Dr. Oscar Vega (Graduate Coordinator) via email.
In addition to completing the application at Cal State Apply and sending two letters of recommendation to the Graduate Coordinator, you must also send to the appropriate admissions office your
GRE subject - official scores (if applicable), and
one official transcript for each college or university attended.
TOEFL 80 iBT, or
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL PAPER - 550
have attained a grade point average of at least 2.5 in an acceptable earned baccalaureate degree, OR
have attained a grade point average of at least 2.5 (A = 4.0) in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted
Application Deadline
The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information
Further information
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might ant to explore pathway options at California State University, Fresno. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
