The Ohio State University
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The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in mathematics
PhD program offers two tracks, one for Theoretical Mathematics and one for Applied Mathematics. The tracks differ only in the course and qualifying requirements during the first two years. Applicants are required to decide on one of the tracks and applications will be evaluated subject to respective criteria described below.
Once students have passed their Qualifying Requirements, the two tracks merge and there is no distinction in later examinations and research opportunities. In particular, the candidacy exam for both tracks consists of a research proposal, the graduate faculty available for advising is the same, and the final degree and thesis defense are independent of the initially chosen track.
Course Preparations
Competitive applicants to the theoretical track are expected to have strong foundations in Real Analysis and Abstract Algebra, equivalent to our Math 5201-5202 and Math 5111-5112 sequences.
Expected preparations for the applied track include the equivalents of a rigorous Real Analysis course (such as Math 5201), a strong background in Linear Algebra, as well as an introductory course in Scientific Computing.
Besides these basic requirements, competitive applicants in either track submit evidence for a broad formation in mathematics at the upper-division or beginning graduate level. Relevant coursework in other mathematical or quantitative sciences may also be considered, especially for the applied track.
Application Fee: $70 (PhD applicants with financial need may apply for a fee waiver via our department's fee waiver request form, which opens on October 1st. The fee waiver request must be completed prior to submitting the graduate program application and no later than 30 November 2024.)
GRE Tests (Optional)
GRE scores are optional; omitting them will not harm your application.
International students whose native language is not English and are not exempt should score at least a 20 on the Speaking portion of the TOEFL or at least 6.5 on the IELTS Speaking portion. We also recommend an overall score of at least 95 on TOEFL or at least 7.0 on IELTS.
Graduate Teaching Associates
Graduate students for whom English is not their first language must certify their proficiency in spoken English before assuming associateship duties.
Funding
ALL admitted PhD students in Mathematics are offered Graduate Teaching Associateships that include stipends and cover all tuition costs and fees.
Application Deadline:
The mathematics PhD program accepts applications for Autumn Semester admission only. The deadline for Regular Applications is 5 December
Contact
Prospective students: grad-info@math.osu.edu
Graduate Office
Department of Mathematics
The Ohio State University
231 W 18th Avenue (MA 102)
Columbus, Ohio 43210
United States of America
Phone: (614) 292-6274