Program Overview

Graduate Program in Mathematical Sciences

The Graduate Program in Mathematical Sciences at Portland State University offers a Doctoral Degree (D) in Mathematical Sciences. The program requires a total of 81 credits and is delivered in person, with a start term in the fall.

Degree Details

• Total Credits: 81
• Start Term: Fall
• Delivery Method: In Person

School/College and Department

The program is offered through the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, in the Fariborz Maseeh Department of Mathematics + Statistics.

Mathematical Sciences Doctorate Overview

The Mathematical Sciences Ph.D. program prepares students to answer questions and solve problems in diverse areas such as economics and finance, government and law, the arts and music, medicine, weather and air quality forecasting, climate modeling, national defense, and the physical sciences. The program provides a structured environment, professional guidance, and advising support, enabling students to succeed and launch a career as a researcher in private companies, government agencies, or academia.

About the Fariborz Maseeh Department of Mathematics and Statistics

The department is dedicated to excellence in research and teaching in mathematics, statistics, and mathematics education. It is committed to building expertise and providing leadership in areas such as applied and computational mathematics and statistics, and mathematics education.

Mathematical Sciences Doctorate: Why PSU?

The program encourages interdisciplinary work, culminating in first-rate, original scholarship. Students choose a main concentration within the mathematical sciences and a secondary concentration that can draw from the natural sciences, social sciences, or engineering. Common disciplines include computer science, engineering, physics, biology, economics, systems science, finance, urban studies and planning, and public health and medicine.

• Small classes and personalized attention from faculty
• Opportunities for hands-on experience through internships with Portland-area companies
• Collaborations with faculty and other researchers on projects with the Portland Institute for Computational Science

What can I do with a doctorate in Mathematical Sciences?

Graduates are in high demand for jobs in various settings, from government to industry. Recent graduates have been hired at companies such as Amazon, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and Intel, among others.

Career Opportunities

• Government
• Industry
• Research institutions
• Academia

Research Areas

The program offers research opportunities in various areas, including computational neuroscience, numerical analysis, and scientific computation for partial differential equations.

Support for Students

The program offers support through teaching and research assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships, enabling students to focus on their research and academic pursuits.