Mathematics

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Explore the profound depths of mathematics and its applications with Iowa State University's Mathematics graduate program. Our program offers a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for careers in mathematical research, academia, and industry.
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The department offers programs leading to the Ph.D. in Mathematics, Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, the M.S. in Mathematics, and the M.S. in Applied Mathematics.

We also participate in interdisciplinary programs in Information Assurance, Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, Human Computer Interaction and Ecology and Evolutionary Biology.

All the graduate programs have considerable flexibility to suit individual needs and we offer a variety of online graduate student resources. The faculty has especially strong, active research groups in partial differential equations, applied mathematics, stochastic processes, functional analysis, combinatorics, algebra, control theory, and mathematical biology. Scholarships and grants are available. Graduate students are also eligible to earn annual departmental awards recognizing academic excellence.


Degrees Offered:

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
  • Master of Science (M.S.)

 

Math Graduate Program Support

gradmath@iastate.edu
515-294-4003
Mathematics Graduate Program
411 Morrill Road
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-2104

Learning Goals

  • Master core areas of Mathematics (MS, PhD)
  • Achieve in-depth knowledge in a chosen subfield of Mathematics (PhD)
  • Perform original research in a chosen subfield that advances Mathematics (PhD)
  • Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate mathematical concepts and research results (MS, PhD)

Admission Requirements

Graduate College Requirements:

  • 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
  • Academic Records/Transcripts
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
  • Proof of English Proficiency.

Program Specific Requirements:

  • Statement of Purpose
  • TOEFL Speak Minimum -- 20 (for non-native speakers)
  • Program Requires GRE: No
  • Program Requires GMAT: No
  • Program Will Review Without TOEFL or IELTS: No

International Requirements:

  • Financial Statement:  Application
  • English Proficiency Minimum:
    TOEFL Paper (PBT) 550
    TOEFL Internet (iBT) 79
    IELTS 7
    PTE 53
    Duolingo (approved through spring 2025) 105

Application Requirements

Application Deadlines:

Fall term – February 1st.

International students should apply at least three months before the start of term they are applying.

Application Details:

This program is open to domestic and international students.

Application Instructions