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PhD Mathematical Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University, United States

Programme overview

Research doctorate in mathematical sciences culminating in a public defense of an original thesis publishable in a refereed journal. Students are admitted to graduate status, then to doctoral candidacy.

Faculty: Mellon College of Science  |  Department: Department of Mathematical Sciences  |  Duration: Funding typically continues for five years; a sixth year is decided case by case  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

Breadth in at least four of six areas (algebra, analysis, discrete mathematics, logic, probability, topology), six basic examinations, 60 units of advanced graduate mathematics courses, a qualifying oral exam, then thesis research and 21-605 Teaching Mathematics.

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Entry requirements

Mathematical Sciences PhD: GRE General Test scores are not collected; the Mathematics Subject GRE is recommended but not required. At least three academic recommendation letters. Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate study, showing education equivalent to a US four-year degree. Non-native English speakers must submit Duolingo 110/160 (120 recommended), TOEFL 86/120 (100 recommended) or IELTS 6.5 (7.5 recommended), with no exceptions. Deadline December 20 for full consideration; application fee $25.

Duration: Funding typically continues for five years; a sixth year is decided case by case

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