Ph.D. Mathematics at University of South Florida

Programme overview

The Ph.D. in Mathematics trains students to conduct independent research publishable in peer-reviewed journals. It offers Pure and Applied and Statistics concentrations.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Mathematics and Statistics | Duration: 72 credit hours post-baccalaureate | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tampa, FL, United States

What you will study

72 post-baccalaureate hours: core (MAE 5177 Teaching College Mathematics, MAT 5710), MAA 5307 Real Analysis I and MAS 5145 Advanced Linear Algebra, a concentration (Pure and Applied, or Statistics), electives, directed research or dissertation, and at least 10 dissertation hours. Students pass two Fundamental Qualifying Examinations and a Specialty Examination.

Career pathways

Research and leadership positions requiring advanced mathematical or statistical training.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must also meet USF university admission and English proficiency requirements. Master's degree or equivalent in mathematical sciences/statistics or related area, or a bachelor's degree in these areas with a strong record of courses related to the prospective concentration. General GRE recommended, not required. Pure and Applied applicants should have strong performance in at least one of Bridge to Abstract Mathematics, Elementary Abstract Algebra or Intermediate Analysis I. Three letters of recommendation (two from college-level mathematics or statistics professors). Departmental application with statement of goals. Teaching assistantship application if desired. Applicants may be offered admission to the M.A. first and move to the Ph.D. after a record of success.

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.

Doctoral admission is offered for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.

Final university deadlines for doctoral programmes: February 15 for Fall, October 15 for Spring, February 15 for Summer. Programme-specific priority deadlines apply for funding and consideration.

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