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GMU Mathematics Graduate Program
 

Program Information

Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics

 

The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers courses in pure and applied mathematics leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics. The PhD program will train mathematicians for further research, high-level teaching, and industrial employment. Students will have a solid grounding in mathematics, be exposed to contemporary problems and applications, use computational tools where appropriate, and be prepared to collaborate with others. The  PhD Program in Mathematics is a response to current needs and projected future needs. The presence of an energetic mathematics doctoral program has many benefits to other doctoral programs in technical fields and is of great interest to local industry.  All of our graduate Mathematics classes are offered in the evening (4:30PM or later).

 

The PhD program received final approval in March 2005 and we are currently accepting applications for entry into the program starting in Fall 2005 semester. General information on the program as proposed can be found on the links directly below this paragraph.  Students interested in getting more information may contact the Graduate Coordinator at mathgrad@gmu.edu.


Degree Requirements for PhD in Mathematics.

Frequently Asked Questions about the PhD in Mathematics.
 

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Syllabus for Preliminary Exams
        Ordinary Differential Equations
        Topology
        Algebra
        Analysis

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How to apply for the PhD in Mathematics

  • Prerequisites.  The typical applicant  is expected to have a Bachelors degree in Mathematics from an accredited four-year institution, or international equivalent.  A student who does not meet this requirement is encouraged to first seek admission to the MS program in Mathematics (see below for details).
  • If your undergraduate degree is in Mathematics.  If your undergraduate degree is in Mathematics, then you have met the basic prerequisite to apply to the PhD program.  Information on how to do this can be found by following the link on the left side of this page.  Your application must include the application form, your undergraduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and a goals statement.  The GRE is not required at this time.
  • If your undergraduate degree is not in Mathematics.  If your undergraduate degree is not in Mathematics, but you ultimately have an interest in seeking a PhD in Mathematics, then it is recommended that you seek admission first to the MS program in Mathematics.  Prerequisites for admission to the MS program are found in the FAQ List.  If you have not met these prerequisites, then you may have to take some undergraduate courses before applying to the MS program.  Once you have completed your MS degree, or at another appropriate time, you can apply to the PhD program.
  • If you have a Master's degree in Mathematics or if your undergraduate degree is in Mathematics and you have taken some graduate courses while still an undergraduate.  In this case, you can apply to the PhD program as described above.  Some of your graduate credits taken as an undergraduate may be used to reduce the number of credits required for your PhD in Mathematics.  For more information go here.
  • If you are currently working toward an MS degree here at GMU (in Mathematics or another related subject).  In this case you will need to apply to the PhD program as a new student.  However, you can request that your current department send your application folder to the Graduate Admissions office of CAS.  It is not necessary to request an official GMU transcript.
  • If you are currently working toward a PhD degree related to mathematics at GMU.  In this case you will need to apply to the PhD program in Mathematics as a new student.  You can request that your current department send your application folder to the Graduate Admissions office of CAS.  It is not necessary to request an official GMU transcript.  It is possible that the application fee can be waived in this case.  Contact the Graduate Admissions Office of CAS for details.
  • Application deadline.  The deadline for completed applications is May 15.  Applications recevied after that date will be considered on a space available basis.

Master of Science in Mathematics

 

The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers courses in pure and applied mathematics leading to the degree of Master of Science in Mathematics. The Master of Science in Mathematics addresses the needs of professionals in the Washington, DC metropolitan area who are interested in pursuing an advanced degree. Most of our students are part-time and hold full or part-time jobs, though some are full-time students. All classes are offered in the evening (4:30pm or later). The program offers both a standard mathematics program and an emphasis in computational and applied mathematics.

Degree Requirements for MS Degree, Standard and Applied and Computational Tracks.

Frequently Asked Questions about the MS in Mathematics.

Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Sciences

 

The department offers a Graduate Certificate in Actuarial Sciences. This 18-credit program can be completed in three semesters and prepares the student for Society of Actuaries Courses 2-4 and Causality Actuary Society Exams 2-4.

Degree Requirements for Certificate in Actuarial Sciences.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Certificate in Actuarial Sciences.

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Faculty

The Department of Mathematical Sciences Faculty pursue a wide range of research topics. The four main areas of specialization are Applied and Computational Mathematics, Algebraic Methods, Combinatorics, and Optimization, Geometry and Topology, and Potential Theory and Harmonic Analysis.

Applying for Admission

Graduate application forms and information on applying are available online from the Admissions office web site. Students who wish to take courses without being in a degree program may do so under the Extended Studies Program. Admission to this program can be done entirely online.

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