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PhD Mathematics at The Ohio State University

The Ohio State University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Mathematics at Ohio State is the highest degree in mathematics, preparing graduates for university faculty roles that advance the discipline through research and teaching. The programme typically admits 20-27 students per year.

Department: Department of Mathematics  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Columbus, OH, United States

What you will study

Training covers core areas, research specialisation and teaching undergraduate mathematics. Research areas include algebra and number theory, algebraic geometry, applied mathematics, analysis, combinatorics, differential geometry, dynamical systems, financial and actuarial mathematics, logic, probability, mathematical biology, differential equations, representation theory, scientific computing and topology.

Career pathways

Preparation for university faculty roles in research and teaching.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Ohio State graduate admission (university-wide): International applicants to Ohio State graduate programmes: minimum English proficiency TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS Academic 6.5 or Duolingo English Test 120 (many programmes require higher; scores valid two years); applicants need a four-year US bachelor's degree or equivalent (16 years of study). A complete application includes the online application, transcripts and references plus any programme-specific items.

Requirements published at program group level.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Apply through the official page: https://gpadmissions.osu.edu/

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