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PhD Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research at Rice University

Rice University, United States

Programme overview

PhD Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research is a doctoral degree programme at Rice University in Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research (George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing). The degree totals 30 credit hours.

Faculty: George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing  |  Department: Computational Applied Mathematics and Operations Research  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Houston, TX, United States

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Entry requirements

Admission to graduate study in computational applied mathematics and operations research is open to qualified students holding bachelor’s or master’s degrees (or their equivalent) in engineering; mathematics; or the physical, biological, mathematical, or behavioral sciences. Department faculty evaluate the previous academic record and credentials of each applicant individually. For general information and university requirements, see Graduate Degrees and Admission to Graduate Study. Applicants should be aware that it normally takes two years to obtain a master’s degree and an additional two to four years for the doctoral degree.

USD 66,784 a year (2026-27). School of Engineering and Computing: Masters & PhD full-time tuition ($33,392 per semester) for the school's standard full-time master's and PhD programmes; estimate, excludes fees and health insurance. Reduced rate of $3,710 per year applies to continuin Source

Most doctoral applications for Fall 2027 close December 1, 2026 (Mechanical Engineering December 15, Computer Science January 1, 2027); applications open September 1, 2026 through the Rice graduate portal (gradapply.rice.edu). Application fee is generally $85, waived for some doctoral applicants.

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