College of Arts & Sciences
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Department of Mathematics and Statistics

Ph.D. Program in Applied Mathematics

At Georgetown University, our Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics is more than a program; it’s a launchpad for discovery, innovation, and impact. Our program is designed to prepare you for diverse career paths, whether in academia, industry, or government, while offering a supportive environment where mentorship, creativity, and intellectual curiosity thrive. Join us to transform your passion for applied mathematics into solutions that make a difference.

Institutional FundingAll admitted students will be offered a Graduate School Assistantship, which covers full tuition, health insurance, and a stipend. This support allows you to focus on your studies and research, moving confidently through each stage of the Ph.D.
Campus and BeyondYou will engage in cutting-edge research with faculty. Beyond the classroom, you’ll collaborate with peers, present at conferences, and contribute to projects that reach from the Hilltop campus to the wider world.
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When to Apply

Applications for Fall 2026 admission are now open, with a deadline of January 15, 2026. Our Ph.D. program welcomes motivated scholars ready to push the boundaries of mathematics. Whether you’re finishing your bachelor’s in the mathematical sciences or building on research experience, you’ll find a community ready to challenge, inspire, and support you. No master’s degree required.

Discover More About the Process
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Ph.D. Requirements

The program begins with nine courses (27 credits)—a rigorous foundation completed in the first two years, including four core courses in year one. After passing comprehensive exams, students transition from coursework to original research, forming dissertation committees and advancing toward their dissertations.

Learn More About the Requirements Explore the Coursework
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Your Student Experience

The Ph.D. journey at Georgetown is rigorous but also rich with support, connection, and discovery. Students benefit from:
— Collaborative environment encouraging peer learning
— Workshops, seminars, and colloquia featuring guest speakers from academia and industry
— Teach and mentor undergraduates, building both skill and confidence
— Social and professional networks beyond the Hilltop

Current Ph.D. Candidates View the Doctoral Seminar Series Explore the Colloquium Series Graduate Student Life

Faculty Excellence & Mentorship

Bogdan Raita

Interests: Calculus of variations, linear PDE, image processing, algebraic geometry.

Dr. Bogdan Raita’s Profile

Interests: Partial differential equations, inverse problems, microlocal analysis, Carleman estimates and unique continuation, hyperbolic boundary value problems, and boundary controllability.

Dr. Matthias Eller’s Profile
Sivan Leviyang

Interests: Mathematical and statistical models of the immune response to viral infection through analysis of experimental datasets.

Dr. Sivan Leviyang’s Profile

Next Steps: Connect With Us & Visit Campus

Dean Leong, Graduate Program Coordinator
Office: St Mary’s Hall, 327a
Telephone: (202) 687-6214
Email: dl1141@georgetown.edu

Ali Arab, Director of Graduate Studies and Professor
Office: St. Mary’s Hall, 305
Telephone: (202) 687-1878
Email: ali.arab@georgetown.edu

View Dr. Arab’s GU Faculty Profile