Admission
Admission to the PhD program in applied mathematics requires completion of an undergraduate degree in mathematics, statistics or physics, including coursework in advanced calculus, linear algebra, numerical methods, and either modern algebra or mechanics, electromagnetism and quantum physics. A grade point average of 3.250 in coursework in mathematics, statistics and physics is required, as well as an overall GPA of 3.000 overall (3.250 if the student has a previous master’s degree). The GRE subject test in mathematics or physics is recommended but not required.
Program Requirements
To complete the PhD program in applied mathematics, the student must satisfy the course, language and residency requirements given below; pass the qualifying and preliminary examinations; and write a dissertation containing original research in statistics, applied mathematics-physics or applied mathematics.