We are happy to learn of your interest in our graduate program. We encourage applications from mathematically talented students from all fields who seek to prepare themselves for diverse careers that require strong analytical thinking skills. If you have a GPA averaged over all your post high-school studies of 3.0 (A = 4.0) or higher, you are eligible to apply. While a bachelor’s degree in mathematics is not required a significant background in mathematics is expected.
If you have a GPA averaged over all your post high-school studies of 3.0 (A = 4.0) or higher, you are eligible to apply. A significant background in mathematics is expected, although a degree in mathematics is not required.
To start a new application you will first need to create an account. The following information is required:
- Valid email address
- First and last name
- Birthdate
The account creation process confirms the email address and will send you a temporary PIN. Once an account record has been created and confirmed, an application can be initiated.
After submitting your online application and paying your application fee, begin submitting the required supporting materials to complete your application.
Application Fee Waiver
Applicants to the MS or PhD programs in mathematics meeting all the following criteria can receive a waiver of the normal application fee.
Note that we cannot waive your application fee until your application is submitted, with all required supplementary materials already received (i.e. fully complete except the payment).
- Your application is complete (based on your application checklist ) by February 1st.
- You have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
- You request an application fee waiver by submitting this form.
You may check the status of your application at any time to ensure your application checklist is complete, or check on updates.
Requirements for U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Applicants
Statement of Purpose: This is your opportunity to tell our graduate admissions committee who you are holistically, what your academic and professional interests are, and how you will add value to the graduate program and the respective discipline.
Resume or CV: All applicants must submit a resume or CV as one of the checklist items in the SLATE application.
GRE test scores: GRE test scores are no longer required as part of a complete application for the MS or PhD programs in mathematics. You may still submit GRE general or GRE math subject test scores if you so choose. To submit GRE scores contact ETS and request that your scores be sent to Colorado State University using the institution code of 4075. GRE scores generally take 3 – 4 weeks to be uploaded to your application; therefore, please order your scores as early as possible.
Letters of Recommendation: The mathematics department requires two letters of recommendation. However, the graduate school requires that you provide the contact information for a minimum of three (3) recommenders. The first two submitted will meet the mathematics department requirement.
Mathematics does not require a specific format for letters of recommendation. Your recommenders will be notified and prompted to supply a recommendation letter through the system. Academic references should be prepared to discuss your academic knowledge and skills, aptitude for graduate study, ability for independent research, and classroom performance related to characteristics such as integrity, leadership, problem solving, and teamwork. Choosing an individual as a reference who has an impressive title but cannot discuss the aforementioned qualities will not result in an informative letter of recommendation that supports your admission.
Transcripts: Official transcripts are not required for the review of your application. You may be admitted and registered in your first semester of courses with an unofficial transcript.
You will need unofficial transcripts of all collegiate work completed post-high school. Separate transcripts are required for study abroad if the courses, grades, and credits are not recorded on the transcript of the university that sponsored the study abroad.
Training course transcripts from branches of the U.S. Military that show credit received with neither grades nor degrees awarded are exempt from the transcript requirements.
You must upload the front and back of transcripts and include any grading scale provided. Follow instructions and requirements in the Guide to Submitting Your Transcripts section published on this webpage.
If admitted, official transcripts must be sent directly to CSU from the institution(s) you attended prior to or during your first semester. You will not be able to register for your second semester of graduate work until your official transcripts are submitted and failing to submit official transcripts may result in your dismissal from Graduate School.
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Requirements for International Applicants:
Statement of Purpose: This is your opportunity to tell our graduate admissions committee who you are holistically, what your academic and professional interests are, and how you will add value to the graduate program and the respective discipline.
Resume or CV: All applicants must submit a resume or CV as one of the checklist items in the SLATE application.
GRE test scores: GRE test scores are no longer required as part of a complete application for the MS or PhD programs in mathematics. You may still submit GRE general or GRE math subject test scores if you so choose. To submit GRE scores contact ETS and request that your scores be sent to Colorado State University using the institution code of 4075. GRE scores generally take 3 – 4 weeks to be uploaded to your application; therefore, please order your scores as early as possible.
Letters of Recommendation: The mathematics department requires two letters of recommendation. However, the graduate school requires that you provide the contact information for a minimum of three (3) recommenders. The first two submitted will meet the mathematics department requirement.
Mathematics does not require a specific format for letters of recommendation. Your recommenders will be notified and prompted to supply a recommendation letter through the system. Academic references should be prepared to discuss your academic knowledge and skills, aptitude for graduate study, ability for independent research, and classroom performance related to characteristics such as integrity, leadership, problem solving, and teamwork. Choosing an individual as a reference who has an impressive title but cannot discuss the aforementioned qualities will not result in an informative letter of recommendation that supports your admission.
Transcripts: Official transcripts are not required for the review of your application. You may be admitted and registered in your first semester of courses with an unofficial transcript.
You will need unofficial transcripts of all collegiate work completed post-high school. Separate transcripts are required for study abroad if the courses, grades, and credits are not recorded on the transcript of the university that sponsored the study abroad.
Training course transcripts from branches of the U.S. Military that show credit received with neither grades nor degrees awarded are exempt from the transcript requirements.
You must upload the front and back of transcripts and include any grading scale provided. Follow instructions and requirements in the Guide to Submitting Your Transcripts section published on this webpage under International Student Requirements.
If admitted, official transcripts must be sent directly to CSU from the institution(s) you attended prior to or during your first semester. You will not be able to register for your second semester of graduate work until your official transcripts are submitted and failing to submit official transcripts may result in your dismissal from Graduate School.
Colorado State University – Office of Admissions
1062 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1062
English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS. Request that ETS and/or IELTS report your scores directly to Colorado State University using the institution code of 4075. Photocopies will not be accepted. TOEFL scores generally take 3 – 4 weeks to be reported by ETS. Therefore, please order your scores as early as possible. Applicants are exempted from the TOEFL or IELTS requirement if the official language of their country is English, or they have recently earned a degree at an American University. Follow the instruction and requirements on the Graduate School’s webpage for English Proficiency. This webpage also provides a list of countries that are exempt from the English Proficiency requirement.
The Mathematics Department does not award conditional admissions for a low English proficiency score.
Minimum scores are as follows:
- TOEFL – Computer Based – 213, Paper Based – 550, Internet Based – 80
- IELTS – 6.5
- PTE – 58
- Duolingo – 120
CSU Graduate Admissions does NOT accept these specific test scores:
- General IELTS
- IELTS indicator
- iTEP
- TOEFL Essentials
- TOEFL ITP
- TOEFL My Best Score
Application Deadlines:
A complete application includes all supporting documents described above. All components of the application are considered by the Graduate Committee in order to competitively award Graduate Teaching Assistantships. If any supporting document arrives late, this may reduce an applicant’s chances for receiving such an award.
General deadlines for the receipt of a complete application (including all supporting documents) are listed below.
Fall:
Admission + Financial Support: February 1
Admission Only: April 1Spring:
Admission + Financial Support: No assistantship awarded spring semester
Admission Only: September 1
Once Your Application is Complete
Your application will be reviewed by the Graduate Committee once all the required documents are received. You will receive notification if required documents have not arrived, and also when your application file is complete.
The Graduate Committee will recommend admission or denial of admission to the Graduate School. The Graduate School will notify you of the final admission decision.
Please note: Meeting the minimum CSU or department standards does not entitle an applicant to admission. Meeting such standards only ensures consideration of the application. Since CSU cannot accommodate all who meet the minimum standards, it reserves the right to select individuals for admission on the basis of merit in such a way as to promote the best interests of CSU and the society as a whole and to maximize the potential for individual accomplishment.
If you have any questions about your application status please send an email to gradprogram@math.colostate.edu
