AlgebraicLeftfield

Thanks, but I'm looking for a more traditional math or data science role. In the localities that I have searched for, they generally require an MS in statistics or mathematics. Also, I may want to teach eventually so I would prefer having a path to a PhD (if I so choose later). May I get your opinion on why the Math Subject GRE is not that crucial for my circumstance? I've been getting mixed reviews from people who have applied to grad programs, but not faculty due to their busy schedules.

My alma mater has this program https://math.sciences.ncsu.edu/graduate/m-s-programs/graduate-certificate/ , but there's a high probability that I may move to Indiana for work. Indiana University at Bloomington has this: https://graduate.indiana.edu/admissions/non-degree.html I'm sure there are other such programs in Indiana, but I am not as familiar with the universities there.

I have taken univariate introductory real analysis and got a B+, so I guess I can apply the same methodology with graduate level courses. Any input on how NDS works in general though?

I did well in the calculus sequence (all A grades), got a B- in linear algebra, and a C+ in graduate linear algebra. Like I said, I wasn't really in a good place during my undergraduate career so I'm more than open to doing non-degree studies to show improvement since I'm on my own now.

I had mediocre to poor performance during my undergraduate career due to family/financial issues. As a result, my major GPA in mathematics was around a 2.5 (I do not have to exact number as it is not listed on my transcript) and my cumulative GPA was around a 2.8. Fortunately, my institution offers a certificate program (akin to something like non-degree studies) to essentially re-take graduate level versions of undergraduate courses, but I am wondering if that would be the best course of action as I am also considering the Math GRE subject since my performance was so poor. Is it totally unrealistic for me to entertain applying to any masters degree program (after this SARS-CoV-2 outbreak is over of course) if I undertake one or both of these options and do well? Thanks for any advice.