Below are some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and answers regarding admissions into the graduate program at the FSU Mathematics Department.
| To what addresses should I send application materials? |
You should send your University Application and materials (online or hardcopy) as directed at https://admissions.fsu.edu/gradapp/. The mailing address for the $30 Processing Fee, Two Official Transcripts, GRE Scores, and TOEFL Scores is:
Florida State University Office of Admissions 282 Champions Way Tallahassee, FL 32314-5000
You should complete the Departmental Application online. Four letters of recommendation (suggest e-mail to graduate_admissions@math.fsu.edu with signed copy to follow). Photocopies of all Transcripts (unofficial ones are acceptable) are sent to:
Graduate Admissions Coordinator Mathematics Department Florida State University Room 208, 1017 Academic Way Tallahassee, FL 32306-4510
| What is the school code for submitting test scores? |
The school code for FSU is 5219. ETS will send the scores directly to the Office of Admissions.
| How many transcripts should I send? |
Two official transcripts from every college and university attended must be submitted. Transcripts are considered official when they bear an official seal and signature and are sent from the issuing institution directly to FSU's Office of Admissions (address is above). Photocopies of your official transcript or unofficial transcripts may be sent to the Mathematics Department. (address is above)
| Is it possible to be admitted in any term? |
First-year course sequences in all four department specializations begin in Fall term (just after August 20). Spring term admission (just after January 2) is unusual. If desired, e-mail graduate_admissions@math.fsu.edu to see if such is academically feasible for you. Many "new" students begin in Summer "C" (just after June 20) instead of Fall. In particular:
(1) Students awarded Financial Aid as Teaching Assistants may request to begin Summer "C" to complete the teaching workshop and to get settled in the area. A small additional stipend may be available. There is a nice break of nearly 3 weeks between end of Summer "C" and start date for Fall.
(2) Practice in Spoken English (in addition to the teaching workshop) is available in Summer "C" and is advised for International students whose first language is not English.
(3) Financial Mathematics students who have Fellowship or Teaching Assistant awards must complete undergraduate Finance equivalent to FIN 3403, 3244, or 4504 before their first Fall term. (Note FSU Undergraduate Bulletin online.) This is offered in Summer "C".
| Is initial department financial aid awarded only in the Fall term? |
Teaching assistantship awards may begin with a small stipend in the last session of the Summer term, so that students may enroll in an orientation program designed to prepare them for duties in the Fall term, or may begin with the Fall term. It is possible, though not usual, that some awards may begin in the Spring term.
| Is there a department form for financial aid? |
If the applicant answers "Yes" to the question "Seeking Financial Aid?" on the Departmental Online Application, then the applicant will be considered for financial aid in the form of a departmental teaching or research assistantship. There are other sources of financial aid extended by the Office of Graduate Studies. The applicant must investigate and apply for these sources through that office.
| Is there an online department form for submitting letters of recommendation? |
There is no recommendation form. We request four (4) free-style letters from persons familiar with the academic background of the applicant. One or two of the four may be from job supervisors if the applicant has been employed full-time after the bachelor's degree. These should be sent by e-mail to the address below. Also, hardcopy on letterhead stationery should be mailed to the Mathematics Department. Copy may be sent by FAX followed-up with originals if time is pressing. Note:
Graduate Admissions CoordinatorEmail: graduate_admissions@math.fsu.edu
Mathematics Department
Florida State University
Room 208, 1017 Academic Way
Tallahassee, FL 32306-4510
FAX: (850) 644-4053 Attn: Graduate Admissions
| Will the GMAT substitute for the GRE? |
There is no substitute for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
| Can all materials required by both University Admissions and the Math Department be sent in one package? |
Yes this is acceptable, however, it is not advisable; materials will be forwarded to the appropriate office.
| What are the deadlines and what happens if I miss a specified deadline? |
We will accept applications and supporting materials after the posted deadlines, however, please be aware if you are an international applicant the processing of materials takes longer.
| Where can I find more information about the University graduate application process? |
The FSU Office of Admissions website is accessible by this link: https://admissions.fsu.edu/
To be more specific, Domestic applicants can find information HERE and International applicants can find information HERE.
| What are the minimum GRE scores? |
The general test is required with a minimum of 700 on the quantitative portion and a minimum total of 1100. The test must have been taken in the last five (5) years. The Mathematics Subject test is not a requirement, but may be submitted to augment the application.
| What is the minimum acceptable TOEFL score? |
The minimum admissible TOEFL score is 80 on the internet-based test, 213 for computer-based, or 550 for paper based.
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Last modified: 21 August 2007
