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Applied Mathematics and Statistics

Admissions

Admission to AMS Graduate Program

We are excited that you are considering our Graduate Program.
We offer admission to the M.S. and Ph.D. Programs in Statistics track.
The programs follow the same curricular structure as in the main campus at Stony Brook and the degrees awarded are identical.
It also offers opportunities to spend a part of the graduate studies on the Stony Brook campus in NY.


**Notice for International Students**

International students are highly recommended to apply early due to the extended process of application and visa procurement. Early application helps ensure sufficient time for all necessary procedures and avoids potential delays.

Master’s Application Deadlines

  • Spring Admissions: December 1
  • Fall Admissions: May 1

Doctorate Application Deadlines

  • Spring Admissions: December 1
  • Fall Admissions: May 1

Application Process

  • All applications must be submitted online through the following portal:

For any further inquiries, please contact the department at +82-32-626-1353 or ams@sunykorea.ac.kr

  • Application Requirement Checklist
    1. AOfficial Transcripts (Bachelor’s and/or Master’s)
    2. BGRE Score Submission (Waived for Fall 2025)
    3. CProof of English Language Proficiency
    4. DThree (3) Letters of Reference either from academia or industry
    5. EResume
    6. FPersonal Statement
  • Statement of Purpose

    A statement of purpose is expected to describe your academic or/and professional experiences and short-term and long-term academic goals for the major for which you will apply.

  • Official Transcripts

    A bachelor's degree in mathematics, a natural science, engineering, an applied science, or a social science with a strong mathematics background is required.

    • At the minimum for the master’s program application, students should be fluent in Linear Algebra and Multivariate Calculus (Calc. III).
    • Applicants should also have a minimum overall cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0, and at least a 3.0 average in all courses in pertinent or related fields.

    Please arrange for two (2) official transcripts for each institution attended beyond secondary school to be mailed to the address below.

    • Please specify if you are applying for the MS or Ph.D.Program in the address.
    • Transcripts are required to review your application.
    • Please submit them as early as possible.

    Mailing Address Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics
    Academic Building A201, Graduate Admissions office,
    SUNY Korea, 119-2 Songdo Moonhwa-ro,Yeonsu-gu,
    Incheon, Korea 21985

  • Language Proficiency Test: TOEFL/IELTS

    Applicants whose first or native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in English prior to matriculation.

    • To be considered for admission, an applicant must present an acceptable score on the TOEFL or IELTS test.
    • You must request official reports to be sent electronically from the Educational Testing Service.
    • The institution code for TOEFL submission to SUNY Korea is 7499.

    • IELTS scores should be sent to us in paper form at this time.

      • TOEFL iBT: 80 for master’s level; 90 for admission to a doctoral program and to be eligible for consideration for TA/GA support
      • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no subsection, recommended to be below 6.

    Applicants who have earned a degree from an English language university or college, where all instruction is in English, may be admitted without taking the TOEFL/IELTS tests.

  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

    Graduate Record Examination(GRE) is waived for Spring 2025 and Fall 2025.

    • However, you are most welcome to submit your GRE score should you have it.

    Any GRE scores should be reported by ETS (Educational Testing System) to the Graduate School directly.

    • The institution code for GRE submission to SUNY Korea is 7177.
  • Financial Support

    1) Teaching Assistantships (TA)

    Eligibility
    • New or enrolled full-time graduates
    Benefits
    • $11,705 tuition waiver per semester
    • Stipend of 1,300,000 KRW/month
    Selection Standard
    • Overall TOEFL score of 90
    • Internal review by the AMS Department

    2) Research Assistantships (RA)

    Eligibility
    • New or enrolled full-time graduates
    Benefits
    • $11,705 tuition waiver per semester
    • Monthly stipend depends on the research project
    Selection Standard
    • Evaluation of the professor in charge of the research project