tmajarian Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 As I'm currently awaiting decisions from math grad programs (both MS/MA and PhD), I'm wondering if settling for a masters program is worth it in the case of a non-terminal degree. I see a few options if rejected from doctoral programs: 1: settle for a masters, work for a few years, return for doctoral study after some work experience. 2: settle for a masters, apply to doctoral programs upon graduation, hope credits transfer. 3: wait until next season, strengthen my resume, hope to be admitted to a doctoral program next year. Simply, my UG GPA isn't fantastic, CV and extracurriculars are above average. If rejected from doctoral programs, the goal is to strengthen my CV through a masters program, hopefully jumping to the next tier of doctoral programs. So the question remains, which option to choose if it comes down to it? Any thoughts are appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StatsG0d Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 Obviously your best option is to go to a PhD program if they accept you. Otherwise, the only thing that sounds logical would be number 2. StatsG0d and MathCat 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MathCat Posted January 5, 2015 Share Posted January 5, 2015 I would definitely say option 2, if you are funded or money is not an issue. It will also open doors to PhD programs outside of the US, that require a Masters for entry, if this interests you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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