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Attention All Undergraduate mathematics majors!

The Institute For Mathematical and Statistical Innovation will host the 3rd BRING MATH workshop will take place October 3-4, 2024.  The workshop will be hosted at Argonne National Laboratory and sponsored by IMSI.  Its purpose is to expose undergraduates to research in mathematics and statistics being done at Argonne and its connections with real world applications, and to educate them about  opportunities related to the mathematical sciences which are available to them, both during summers and longer term.  The workshop is also open to faculty who wish to accompany a group of students to the workshop.  Applications are due by June 28, 2024.  

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The Thirteenth International Workshop on Coding and Cryptography (WCC, 2024)

June 17-21, 2024 in Perugia, Italy

See Call for papers and the Schedule HERE

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MATHEMATICS

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

The doctoral program is for students who have a strong desire to perform independent and original research in the mathematical sciences. To be accepted to the program, the applicant must have a strong record of work in mathematics.

Admission to Doctoral Study

Although each candidate will be considered individually, the admission requirements include:

  1. A baccalaureate in Mathematics or a related field completed with an average of "B" or better;
  2. A TOEFL score, if applicable;
  3. Three letters of recommendation and a statement of personal objectives; and
  4. Approval of the FAU Mathematics and Statistics Department graduate committee

Click here for detailed application steps: application information. 

Requirements to be Admitted to Candidacy

  1. The student must complete the following courses: Introductory Analysis 1 and 2 (MAA 5228 and 5229), Introductory Abstract Algebra 1 and 2 (MAS 5311 and 5312), Linear Algebra (MAS 5145) and Multivariable Analysis (MAA 5105).
  2. Satisfy one of the following:

    Option A. Pass two of the three exams (Algebra, Analysis, Probability and Statistics) within five semesters (not counting the summer terms) of admission to doctoral study. Then form a supervisory committee as outlined in Item 3.

    Option B.Complete the following steps within six semesters (not counting the summer terms) of admission to doctoral study.
    1. Earn a pass on one exam and a constructive attempt on a different exam within four semesters (not counting the summer terms) of admission to doctoral study.
    2. Select a prospective research advisor, and complete two courses at the 6000 level, selected by the prospective research advisor and approved by the departmental graduate committee. These courses will need to be passed with a combined GPA of at least 3.5. They will count toward Degree Requirement 1a below, but not 1b or 1c. The prospective research advisor may propose additional requirements.
    3. Receive a positive recommendation by the prospective research advisor and the graduate committee. Then form a supervisory committee as outlined in Item 3 with the prospective research advisor serving as research advisor.
  3. Form a supervisory committee of at least four members including the research advisor and at least two other members of the graduate faculty of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

Degree Requirements

    1. Credits and course requirements:
      a. Earn a minimum of 72 credits;
      b. Complete 6000-level or higher courses with at least four of these prefixes: MAA, MAD, MAP, MAS, MHF, MTG and STA;
      c. For at least two of the prefixes in Item 1b, complete at least two 6000-level or higher courses.
    2. Successful completion of a preliminary examination covering specific areas of study and set by the student's supervisory committee.
    3. Presentation and oral defense of a dissertation.
    4. Completion of all University requirements, including at least 18 credits at FAU beyond the master's level.


      Core - 18 credits

      Multivariable Analysis

      MAA 5105

      3

      Introductory Analysis 1

      MAA 5228

      3

      Introductory Analysis 2

      MAA 5229

      3

      Linear Algebra

      MAS 5145

      3

      Introductory Abstract Algebra 1

      MAS 5311

      3

      Introductory Abstract Algebra 2

      MAS 5312

      3

      Electives - 18 credits 
      Choose18 credits at the 6000 or 7000 level from the Mathematics and Statistics Department

      Remaining Requirements - 35 credits
      Choose 35 credits at the 5000, 6000 or 7000 level from the Mathematics and Statistics Department. Students may take

      MAT 7978, but not MAS 6318, MHF 6405 or MHF 6410.

      Dissertation - 1 credit (minimum)

      Dissertation

      MAT 7980

      1

      * As with all degree programs, the authoritative source for the degree requirements is the University Catalog that was in effect for the academic year in which the student entered the University. The information on this page does not supersede the Catalog.

      For information about the Ph.D., MS, and BS/MS programs contact mathgraduate@fau.edu

Prof. Hongwei Long, Graduate Director
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Florida Atlantic University
777 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431