RESEARCH EXPERIENCES FOR UNDERGRADUATES
You can find information on REU programs as well as lists of REU's that are offered this year at the MAA website (Mathematical Association of America). They have a great introduction to REU's and other useful information for undergraduate students.
Multidisciplinary Summer Research Experience (REU) in Computational Mathematics and Nonlinear Dynamics of Biology, Biologically Inspired and Engineering Systems at George Mason University. This nine-week program will expose eight qualified mathematics undergraduate students and a K-12 teacher to advanced topics in mathematics, problem-solving techniques, and multidisciplinary applications. The overall goal of this program is to encourage students and teachers to learn by discovery and enhance their understanding of the multidisciplinary role of mathematics in engineering, science, and medicine. Applicants must be undergraduate students who will be completing their junior year by June 2009. Financial support for students include a stipend of $3,375, free on-campus housing and meals, and a travel allowance up to $550. Students with a strong background in advanced calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations are eligible to apply. Women and underrepresented minorities are partcuarly encouraged to apply. The deadline for receiving all the application material is April 10, 2009 and accepted applicants will be notified immediately. Check out the web site: http://math.gmu.edu/reu/. For additional information, please contact via email at: reu@math.gmu.edu or phone 703.993.9787 or 703.993.9688.
Nebraska Summer Research Program at University of Nebraska. Nebraska's summer program offers research opportunities in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. Undergraduates receive first-hand exposure to research and the experiences of graduate school. The 8-10 week program offers a competitive stipend, room and board, travel expenses, and more. Priority review of applications begins Monday, February 16 and all applications are due Monday, March 2. For more information or to apply online, please visit http://www.unl.edu/summerprogram/research.shtml.
Oregon State University Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program in Pure and Applied Mathematics. The purpose of the program is to give ten motivated and talented students an opportunity to learn the process of doing mathematical research and to learn more about mathematics as a discipline and profession. Students receive a stipend in addition to housing and travel compensations. The 2009 program is tentatively scheduled to run from Monday, June 22nd, through Friday, August 14th. Applications received by February 20, 2009 will be considered for the initial round of offers. For more information or to apply, visit http://www.math.oregonstate.edu/~math_reu/reuhome.htm
Budapest Semesters in Mathematics. Mathematics and Computer Science majors in their junior/senior years may spend one or two semesters in Budapest and study under the tutelage of eminent Hungarian scholar-teachers. The instructors of Budapest Semesters in Mathematics are members of Eotovos University and the Mathematical Institute of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, the two institutions known for having educated more than half of Hungary's highly acclaimed mathematicians. Most instructors have had teaching experience in North America and are familiar with the cultural differences. All courses are taught in English and the school is located near the center of historic Budapest. For more information, visit the program website at: http://www.stolaf.edy/depts/math-old/budapest/. The deadline to apply for the Fall 2009 semester is April 30.
Computational and Numerical Statistics and Mathematics Research Experience for Undergraduates at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. This program is an eight-week intensive resident research program in applied mathematics or statistics with additional instruction in mathematical communication techniques. Although the program is open to all students, it is designed for underrepresented minority students who are junior/senior mathematics, statistics, or science majors with some computer programming experience. For further information and applications: http://gauss.math.oakland.edu/dept/REUSite/Home.html.
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Graduate Studies in Mathematics at Tennessee Tech University. The Department of Mathematics at Tennessee Technological University offers a 30-semester-hour Master of Science program with emphases in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, and statistics. Both thesis and non-thesis options are available. Tennessee Tech is a state-assisted, coeducational, accredited, comprehensive university. Applicants must submit GRE scores, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a statement of interest. Several teaching assistantships are awarded each year. The nine-month assistantship stipend is $7,500, and all teaching assistants receive a full tuition and fees waiver. Applications for assistantships for Fall Semester should be submitted by February 15, 2010. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit our Web page at http://www.math.tntech.edu/graduate/ or e-mail: mathdept@math.tntech.edu.
Boston College Ph.D. Program in Mathematics. World class research in Geometry/Topology and Number Theory/ Representation Theory with a tradition of great teaching. All applicants are considered for Teaching
Fellowships, which provide full tuition remission, a stipend, and full health benefits. Applications due January 2, 2010. For more information visit www.bc.edu/math.
Boston University, Noyce Scholars Program in Mathematics. Are you majoring in mathematics? Do you enjoy working with young people? Become a middle or high school mathematics teacher! Noyce Scholars at Boston University receive: (1) 100% tuition support; (2) A master's degree and initial teacher licensure; (3) Job-placement assistance. Noyce Scholars commit to teach for at least two years in a high-need district upon successful completion of the teacher certification program. For more information: www.bu.edu/education/noyce.
Graduate Studies in Mathematics at Oregon State University. The Department of Mathematics offers graduate programs leading to the M.A., M.S. or Ph.D. degree in a variety of areas within pure and applied mathematics and in mathematics education. There are active research groups in algebra and number theory, analysis, applied mathematics, geometry and topology, mathematics education, numerical analysis, and probability. The mathematics department also participates in an IGERT program in ecosystem informatics. Visit http://www.math.oregonstate.edu. Apply early for consideration for a Teaching Assistantship with tuition waiver, health benefits, and annual salary. Applications preferred by January 15, 2010.
Mathematics at The Ohio State University - The math department has a Master of Science (M.S.) degree with a specialization track in Math-Biology as well as a track for Educators. This year a total of 12 M.S. students will be admitted. Stipends for beginning Graduate Teaching Associates range from approximately $16,290 to $18,225 for a nine-month appointment. In summer 2009, the amount of this award was $3,150. For continuing students, GTAs, GRAs, and fellowships are available. M.S. applicants should have a solid undergraduate math major degree, with preparation in mutivariable calculus and linear algorithms. GRE scores are not required. Minority and women students are especially encouraged to apply. For more information go to http://www.math.ohio-state.edu/graduate.
Ph.D. Program in Biostatistics at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis. The IUPUI Department of Mathematical Sciences and the Indiana University School of Medicine Division of Biostatistics jointly offer a Ph.D. program in Biostatistics. The program combines the strength in statistical theory of the Department of Mathematical Sciences, which also offers a master's degree program in applied statistics, with the biostatistical methods research and life sciences experience of the Division of Biostatistics. Deadline to apply is January 15. For more information, visit the program website at http://www.math.iupui.edu.
Research Assistant Positions at the Federal Reserve Board in Washington, D.C. Each year, approximately 40 students are hired as Research Assistants to work closely with the economic research staff. The Research Assistants apply quantitative skills to both real-world policy issues and high-level research projects. Applicants must have undergraduate degrees in economics or related fields such as statistics, mathematics, finance, or computer science. To apply for a Research Assistant position at the Federal Reserve Board or to get more information, visit online at http://www.federalreserve.gov/careers. Applications are accepted at any time although the primary interviewing period occurs in March and April. Interested candidates should complete applications by January 31 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Graduate Programs in Mathematical Sciences at Ball State University. Ball State's Department of Mathematical Sciences graduate programs offer a challenging and rewarding learning experience guided and supported by expert faculty members. Our dedicated, approachable professors provide the necessary attention to help students realize graduate study and career goals. The graduate programs are an excellent preparation for a career in the mathematical science or for pursuing a doctoral degree. Master's degrees are offered in actuarial science, mathematics, mathematics education, and statistics. Deadline for applications is February 1. For more information, visit: http://www.bsu.edu/math.
Graduate Studies in Mathematical Sciences at Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis. The IUPUI Department of Mathematical Sciences offers graduate programs leading to M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in pure and applied mathematics from Purdue University. Master's degree options include areas of concentration in Pure or Applied mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Applied Statistics. For more information and application materials: http://www.math.iupui.edu. Applications should be received by March 1 for assistantships and by February 1 for fellowships. Fellowship applicants must take the GRE general and subject exams.
Enhancing Diversity in Graduate Education (EDGE) at Spelman College in Atlanta, GA. The EDGE Program, funded by the National Science Foundation and The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, is designed to strengthen the ability of women and minority students to successfully complete graduate programs in the mathematical sciences. The summer program consists of two core courses in analysis and algebra/linear algebra in addition to a follow-up mentoring program and networking with the participants’ respective graduate programs. Participants receive a stipend and allowances for room and board. The application deadline for the program is Friday, March 6, 2009. Participants to the program will be announced April 15th, 2009. For more information: http://www.edgeforwomen.org/.
M.S. and Ph.D. Degrees in Statistics at Oregon State University. The department of Statistics is renowned for its training of graduate students in the theory and practice of statistics, with particular emphasis on those aspects that are central to practical applications. With about 10 faculty members and 40 students, the department provides a congenial atmosphere for graduate studies. Apply by mid-February to be considered for a financial assistantship for the following year. For more info: http://stat.oregonstate.edu.
M.S. and Ph.D. Programs in Statistics at the University of South Carolina. Statisticians and statistical training are in demand in fields ranging from business to biology to nursing to industry. The University of South Carolina has four graduate programs designed to meet the wide range of needs of both society and its students. These programs boast excellent job placement upon graduation with alumni being employed at the U.S. Census Bureau, Pratt and Whitney, Colonial Life and Accident, Bank of America, and the State of South Carolina. For more information visit http://www.stat.sc.edu/grad. Application deadline is March 1 although it the preferred deadline is January 15.
Doctoral Program in Computational Biology at New York University. The NYU Doctoral Program in Computational Biology (COB) is designed to bring together the faculty and resources of the NYU Graduate School of Arts & Science, the NYU School of Medicine, and the Mount Sinai School of Medicine to train students in the fundamentals and applications of computational methods to biology, including macromolecular structure and function, bioinformatics and genomics, function of physiological systems (cells, organs) and biological imaging. The Doctoral Program training includes dual faculty mentorship, courses in scientific computing and computational biology, in-depth study in a discipline, interdisciplinary seminars, research ethics, cross-disciplinary interactions through research collaborations and summer internships, as well as various career guidance/mentoring activities. For more information visit: http://www.cob.as.nyu.edu.
Noyce Scholars Program in Mathematics at Boston University. This program is an initiative to prepare middle school and high school mathematics teachers. With funding from the National Science Foundation and the School of Education and in collaboration with six local school districts and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, the Noyce Program will train up to 13 graduate students a year to become mathematics teachers. Noyce scholars receive 100% tuition support and the one-year program leads to a master's degree and initial teacher licensure. For more information, visit http://www.bu.edu/sed/noyce/.
M.A. and Ph.D Degrees in Mathematics from the University of Louisville. The University of Louisville Department of Mathematics is a research-oriented department that prides itself on delivering first-rate graduate instruction. There are a broad range of courses and ample opportunities to interact with faculty. The Department also maintains an active colloquium series with talks given by visiting mathematicians, statisticians and scientists. Additional information can be obtained at http://math.louisville.edu.
Graduate Studies in Mathematics and Statistics at Texas Tech University. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers programs of study leading to the Masters and Ph.D. degrees. Ph.D. students may choose an emphasis in applied or pure mathematics, and statistics. A special M.S. degree with an emphasis in computer science and a M.A. degree designed for precollege teachers are also offered. More information is available at: http://www.math.ttu.edu.
Graduate Studies in Mathematics at Baylor University. The Baylor University Department of Mathematics offers graduate work leading to the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in mathematics. The mathematics faculty actively engages in research in a variety of areas including algebra, analysis, differential equations, mathematical physics, numerical analysis, probability, representation theory, and topology. Individual attention and easy access to professors are hallmarks of this program. For more information, go to: http://www.baylor.edu/Math.
Graduate Study in Mathematics at the University of Cincinnati. The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Cincinnati has a long and continuing tradition of excellence in graduate studies at both the Masters and Doctoral levels. Advantages for a student in this graduate program include: A wide spectrum of fields of study available at both the Master of Science (MS) and Doctoral (PhD) levels in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Statistics; Master of Arts and Teaching (MAT) degrees are available for Certified Secondary School teachers so they can obtain a content-based Master's degree. Classes take place during the summer to accommodate their schedules; A friendly and intimate environment due to the low student: faculty ratio. There are approximately 60 graduate students and 40 professors. http://math.uc.edu.
Graduate Programs in Mathematics at Purdue University. The Department of Mathematics offers programs leading to the degrees of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy. There are several programs leading to the Master of Science degree, some of which prepare the student to seek nonacademic employment, others prepare the students to continue to the Ph.D. degree. The interdisciplinary Computational Science and Engineering program gives students the opportunity to study mathematics and computing in a multi-disciplinary environment. The master's degree program requires 30 hours of coursework. The other programs include the Computational Finance Program which requires 34 hours of coursework. There are no required oral or written examinations, and a thesis is not required. A student with a half-time teaching assistantship normally takes two years to complete the master's degree program. For additional information: www.math.purdue.edu.
Graduate Study in Operations Research at Bowling Green State University. The operations research program at Bowling Green State University is offered jointly by the Department of Applied Statistics and Operations Research and the Department of Computer Science. Upon completion of the program of study, the student will earn the M.S. degree in computer science with a concentration in operations research. For more information, visit http://www.business.bgsu.edu/asor.
Master of Science in Computational Science and Engineering from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. The School of Engineering and Applied Science will offer a Master of Science in Computational Science and Engineering beginning in the fall of 2009. This degree is intended to meet the need for engineers and scientists who are not only well trained in an engineering or scientific discipline, but also in the computational areas that are needed to support these disciplines. This program is targeting students with Computer Science or Mathematics undergraduate degrees. Applications considered after mid-February. For more information: http://www.eas.muohio.edu/
Master's degrees in Mathematics and Statistics at Miami University - Oxford, Ohio. The Department of Mathematics and Statistics of Miami University offers Master's degrees in Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Statistics. Each program involves 30 - 32 hours of course work, two or three written comprehensive exams, and students must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Visit http://www.muohio.edu/mathstat for more information.
Western Kentucky University offers both Master of Science and Master of Arts degrees, with the M.S. program having two options. The M.S. General Option is recommended for students who wish to obtain a Ph.D. degree, plan a teaching career at the community college level, or seek employment in industry. The M.S. Computational Option is designed for students seeking employment in industry with an emphasis on computational mathematics and/or computer science. The M.A. degree is designed for secondary teachers and includes courses that will help them become more knowledgeable about the mathematics they teach in high school and gain a deeper understanding of the connections and extensions of that knowledge to college and higher mathematics. Graduate assistantships range from $9,000 up to $12,500 for the academic year. Tuition scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis. Summer assistantships also are available for some students who take summer courses. For further information, please visit www.wku.edu/math/graduate.html.
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