PhD Mathematics at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

The PhD in Mathematics combines theory and application and prepares students for careers as university professors or researchers across a range of fields. It culminates in a dissertation and oral defence.

Faculty: College of Natural Sciences | Department: Department of Mathematics and Statistics | Intake: Fall | Study mode: full-time | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

36 hours of coursework, exams in advanced calculus/linear algebra and in two of algebra, analysis, applied mathematics, stochastics and topology, then a dissertation and final oral examination.

Career pathways

University professor or researcher roles and thought-leader positions in fields related to mathematics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Mathematics PhD: strong undergraduate preparation in mathematics including at least advanced calculus and linear algebra (real analysis, differential equations and abstract algebra recommended). Application needs official transcripts, at least three letters of recommendation and a personal statement. The GRE mathematics subject exam score is required for Fall 2026 applicants; GRE general is strongly recommended but optional. International applicants submit English proficiency scores (most submit TOEFL). Deadline January 10 for fall admission. Graduate students are funded as teaching assistants.

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.

Intake: Fall

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