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Mathematics and Statistics with Interdisciplinary Applications (PhD)

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Mathematics and Statistics with Interdisciplinary Applications (PhD)

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The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics and Statistics with Interdisciplinary Applications is designed to provide a strong mathematics and statistics background to support intense quantitative work in diverse disciplines. The curriculum will prepare scholars to work on problems at the intersection of mathematics, science, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and other quantitative disciplines. The program aims to be the most inclusive and broadly interdisciplinary in Texas.

Admission Requirements

Step #1: Submit a UTRGV Graduate Application at www.utrgv.edu/gradapply. There is no application fee.

Step #2: Request your official transcripts to be sent electronically to gradapps@utrgv.edu or mailed to:

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
The Graduate College
Marialice Shary Shivers Bldg. 1.158
1201 W. University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539-2999

 
*Please Note: If you are a graduate of UTPA, UTB/TSC, or UTRGV you do not need to request an official transcript to be sent to the Graduate College.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate students with a degree in a relevant application area do not require an undergraduate degree in mathematics or statistics.

Program Requirements for Students with a Bachelor’s Degree

Students admitted with a bachelor’s degree will complete a minimum of 72 hours to earn the PhD in MSIA as follows:

  1. Required Core Courses – 12 hours
  2. Prescribed Electives – 15 hours
  3. Interdisciplinary Courses – 9 hours
  4. Dissertation/Seminar/Interdisciplinary Courses – 36 hours

Program Requirements for Students with Master’s Degree

Students admitted with a master’s degree will complete a minimum of 57 hours to earn the PhD in MSIA as follows:

  1. Required Core Courses – 6 hours
  2. Prescribed Electives – 6 hours
  3. Interdisciplinary Courses – 9 hours
  4. Dissertation/Seminar/Interdisciplinary Courses – 36 hours

In addition to general requirements of admissions to the UTRGV Graduate College, the doctoral program in Mathematics and Statistics with Interdisciplinary Applications will also require:

  1. B.S. or B.A. in a STEM field or related field, with at least 3 advanced undergraduate courses in Mathematics from the following areas: Linear Algebra, Differential Equations Modern Algebra I, Real Analysis I, Probability and Statistics Complex Variables or earned a Master's degree in Mathematics or a related field from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in a similar or related field with at least 3 undergraduate classes as given above;
  2. TOEFL score of 79 or better for international students if the medium of instruction in their bachelors or master’s program was not English;
  3. GRE General Test is required and the GRE Subject test in Mathematics is recommended;
  4. Three letters of recommendation.
  5. CV
  6. Personal Statement

The program will accept part-time students as well as transfer students from other graduate programs. Transfer of graduate credit based on policies set out by the UTRGV Graduate College.


Additional requirements for domestic applicants who attended foreign universities:

  • For additional information, visit the Additional Documents for Domestic Applicants who Attend Foreign Universities section of our website.

Additional requirements for international applicants:

  • For additional information, visit the International Admission page of our website.

Application Deadlines & Program Contact

To view a list of application deadlines and program contacts for our traditional programs, click here.

Tuition and Fees Estimate

Fall 2021-Summer 2022 Rates Tuition and Mandatory Fees
Graduate
Resident Non-Resident*
Number of graduate course(s)
(hours per course)
Fall or Spring Summer Session (each) Fall or Spring Summer Session (each)
One graduate course
(3 hours a semester)
$1,584.89 $1,437.79 $2,808.89 $2,661.79
Two graduate courses
(6 hours a semester)
$2,875.58 $2,728.48 $5,323.58 $5,176.48
Three graduate courses
(9 hours a semester)
$4,166.27 $4,019.17 $7,838.27 $7,691.17

Fees included above:

  • University Services Fee - $38.10 per hour ($457.20 maximum)
  • Student Services Fee - $5.83 per hour ($69.96 maximum)
  • Intercollegiate Athletics Fee - $15.00 per hour ($180.00 maximum)
  • Recreation Fee ‐ $75 per Fall or Spring; $37.50 per summer term
  • Medical Services Fee ‐ $30 per Fall or Spring; $15 per summer term
  • Student Union Fee ‐ $30 per Fall or Spring; $15 per summer term

All resident tuition and mandatory fees shown above remain the same for hours over 20. Add $408 nonresident tuition for each hour over 20.

*Includes nonresident statutory tuition charges set by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and subject to annual change.

Total does not include Lab and Supplemental Instruction Fees which vary by course, or Differential Tuition. To view graduate tuition and fees rates, visit UTRGV’s U Central. 

Course Requirements

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