I'm just keeping this thread alive as a Math/applied/stat Masters applicant. There are hardly any posted results for masters programs. It seems like they tend to come after the PhD results.
I do have two acceptances so far, but I think a pretty strong application, and the better schools (NYU and Columbia) are holding out on results so far.
Are most of you out there relying on TA/RA and tuition waivers for a Masters Degree, or are you willing to pay, and then go work in industry? Curious, as I have recently read a report on the increase in professional level masters degrees, which has been strongest in IT and biotech, but across the board for the sciences to a lesser extent.
Also, any ideas about returning for a PhD a few years after completing the Masters? I would be working in the field, and probably be able to maintain some contacts in academia, but am interested to hear some ideas on how this might work given the perspective of a masters degree as a consolation prize for PhD students.