M.C.A.M. Program

The Professional Masters of Computational and Applied Mathematics (M.C.A.M.) is a non-thesis masters program designed for students interested in a technical career path in industry or business. The M.C.A.M. program provides students with a fundamental understanding of computational and applied mathematics tools that are essential to tackle complex problems in science, engineering and business.

M.C.A.M. students are required to take 30 hours of approved coursework. Depending on the student's selected specialization, the mix of required, track-specific and elective courses will be jointly determined by the student and the graduate mentor.

Areas of studies include:

• Continuous and Discrete Optimization,
• Inverse Problems,
• Numerical Analysis,
• Differential Equations
• Partial Differential Equations,
• Scientific Computation.

In addition, students can take electives in

• Management, Business and Communication.

It takes 1.5 to 2 years to complete an M.C.A.M. degree when studying full time. With proper planning and coordination of undergraduate major(s) and senior year courses, Rice undergraduates have the option to complete the M.C.A.M. degree with just a 5th year of study. Candidates can also pursue the M.C.A.M. degree part-time while working in industry.

Admission to the M.C.A.M. program is open to qualified students holding bachelor's degrees (or their equivalent) in engineering, mathematics, or the physical, biological, mathematical sciences.