Mathematics

Doctor of Philosophy

Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Esteban Hernandez-Vargasriting, presenting math equations model on a chalkboard to study the mitigation of viral infections.

Turn numbers into impact

Mathematics is a core discipline that fuels progress across countless fields. Whether you're aiming for a future in research and development, finance, industry or education, this program provides a strong foundation to help you reach your professional goals.

Pursuing an advanced degree in mathematics will equip you with the skills to apply advanced theories, computational methods and analytical models to tackle complex problems in areas such as economics, science, engineering, physics and business.

You'll gain valuable research and practical experience, including unique opportunities to collaborate with leading faculty on nationally recognized projects in bioinformatics, combinatorics, differential equations, algebra and mathematics education.

Overview
Duration:
5 years, 78 credits
Locations:
Moscow

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Degree fit

This degree could be a good fit if you:

  • Like to solve complex problems and puzzles
  • Have strong reasoning skills
  • Are able to identify, analyze and apply basic math principles to technical problems
  • Have solid written and oral communication skills 
Career outcomes

Current job openings

1,138 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HI

Potential careers and starting salaries

  • Postsecondary Mathematical Science Teachers
    $48,689
  • Financial and Investment Analysts
    $60,678
  • Natural Sciences Managers
    $103,303
  • Financial Quantitative Analysts • Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts
    $48,928
  • Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
    $38,427
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Clubs and involvement opportunities

Hands-on learning

  • Bioinformatics and mathematical biology
  • Algebra, algebraic geometry, and number theory
  • Analysis and differential equations
  • Combinatorics
  • Discrete geometry
  • Mathematics education
  • Probability and stochastic processes

Clubs

  • Math Club
Application information

Applicants for the Ph.D. mathematics program must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Education level: Bachelor's
  • GPA: 3.0
  • GRE: No
  • TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5
  • Number of references: 3
  • Other requirements: No

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