Master of Science [M.S] [Applied Mathematics] From Northeastern University

The Department of Mathematics’ MS in Applied Mathematics program is growing steadily, serving students from the region and worldwide.

The curriculum is designed to address the needs of those seeking to enter or are currently working in a variety of applied math careers, such as financial service and investment management firms; data science and high-tech firms; computer information and software firms; and academic institutions and research institutes.

The program’s focus is to help students develop skills and a career direction in the growing world of applied mathematics and modeling. To support these goals, the program offers:

• Data Science track: The MSAM program offers the opportunity for students to take courses in Data Science to gain the skills and knowledge for a successful career in this field.
• Optional co-op: Students can gain industry experience working in one of many applied math careers during their graduate degree. 
• Evening classes: Courses meet in the evenings to accommodate our students' busy schedules. 
• Tailored curriculum: Students are allowed to take up to two courses outside the mathematics department, providing the flexibility to create a curriculum tailored to their career interests. 
• Weekly seminars: The Department of Mathematics is an active research department with weekly seminars in applied and pure mathematics. We bring in speakers from outside the discipline and the university to speak on cutting-edge mathematics and applications. 
• Research opportunities
• Real-world experience: Some courses include in-class projects with real-world data for industry clients.