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Ph.D. in Mathematics (Courant Institute)

World's top-ranked applied mathematics doctoral program specializing in partial differential equations, fluid dynamics, computational mathematics, probability, and mathematical physics.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: 3.8+ GPA with advanced real analysis, complex analysis, and linear algebra
English language proficiency: TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.5
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): GRE Mathematics Subject Test strongly recommended
Thesis / Research statement: Mathematical statement of purpose
Recommendation letters: Three letters from mathematicians

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: MacCracken Doctoral Fellowship offering full tuition remission and $45,000+ annual stipend
Application fee: $120
Tuition / joining costs: 100% covered by fellowship

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 15, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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