Academics

Graduate Program

  • Master of Science in Mathematics
    The UTSA Department of Mathematics offers the Master of Science in Mathematics degree, with two concentrations: (1) Mathematics and (2) Applied Mathematics. For more information see the following:
    • Prospective students should visit the page of the Office of Graduate Studies where they will find details on how to apply to graduate school at UTSA.
    • The UTSA Graduate Catalog contains a complete description of all of the graduate programs at UTSA.
    • The Degree Requirements for a Master in Mathematics are given in the Graduate Catalog.Graduate Math (MAT) Course Descriptions are also listed in the current catalog.
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  • Master of Science in Mathematics Education
    The UTSA Department of Mathematics currently offers the Master of Science in Mathematics Education degree. For more information see the following.
    • Prospective students should visit the page of the Graduate School where they will find details on how to apply to graduate school at UTSA. The UTSA Graduate Catalog contains a complete description of all of the graduate programs at UTSA.
    • The Degree Requirements for a Master in Mathematics Education are given in the Graduate Catalog.
    • Graduate Math (MAT) Course Descriptions are also listed in the current catalog.
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  • Master of Science in Applied Mathematics-Industrial Mathematics
    The Master of Science Degree in Applied Mathematics–Industrial Mathematics is designed to provide students the opportunity for advanced training in marketable areas of Applied Mathematics, using research to solve real-world problems in the field of Applied Mathematics, and with preparation for leadership positions in the field.
    Why pursue an M.S. in Applied Mathematics- Industrial Mathematics at UTSA?
    • Internship
    • Study real-world problems
    • Interdisciplinary program
    • Diverse: Issues In Higher Education magazine acknowledged UTSA as one of the nation’s “top STEM degree producers” in August 2013. UTSA’s Mathematics and Statistics programs were ranked 12th nationally for the number of master’s degrees awarded to minority students during the 2011-2012 academic year.
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Undergraduate Program

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

The UTSA Department of Mathematics offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics, with two concentrations: (1) Mathematics and (2) General Mathematical Studies. The Mathematics concentration prepares students for graduate school in mathematics and for employment in industry, while the General Mathematical Studies concentration prepares students for becoming mathematics teachers and pursuing a graduate degree, typically in mathematics education.
For more information see the following pages.

For more information about the BS program, call, write, or email our office.

Minor in Mathematics

Visit the Minor in Mathematics page to get a list of required courses.

Incoming Freshman

The UTSA Department of Mathematics offers new students the chance to take Math Camp Programs during the Summer. These programs help students be prepared for college-level mathematics and science courses, and placement tests.

The Jump Start Camp is designed for students who plan to re-take the Math Placement Test. Students will refresh their knowledge of Algebra and Pre-Calculus topics. Many students that participate in this program are able to place into Calculus I.

Jump Start

Alumni

Here we showcase previous alumni from the UTSA Department of Mathematics and the great things they went on to do after finishing their degrees!

Pure mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas.

by Albert Einstein

  • Farnam Jahanian, PhD

    Dr. Jahanian is currently the Vice President of Research at Carnegie Mellon University! He received his Bachelors degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, and System Design from UTSA in 1982 and went on to do his PhD at the University of Texas at Austin in 1989.

  • Carol Dyas, PhD

    Dr. Dyas is currently a Distinguished Senior Lecturer here at the UTSA Department of Mathematics! She was the first from UTSA to receive her Masters in Mathematics with a concentration in Mathematics Education in 1987 and went on to receive her PhD at the University of Texas at Austin.

  • James Sellers, PhD

    Dr. Sellers has been approved as the next secretary for the Mathematical Association of America! He received his Bachelors degree in Mathematics from UTSA in 1987 and went on to receive his PhD at Pennsylvania State University in 1992. For more information about his appointment and his mathematical interests, please visit the MAA article.