Mathematics - Doctorate [5 Years]
$15,151 /Yr Joint program On-campus full_time

Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] Mathematics and Statistics

  • The Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics and Statistics is a 5-year program at Carleton University.
  • The School is a member of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute for Mathematics and Statistics (OCIMS), which offers one of the largest graduate programs in mathematics and statistics in Canada.
  • Students can take courses and access research resources at both Carleton and the University of Ottawa.
  • The following are the Fields of Specialization:
    • Applied Mathematics
    • Biostatistics
    • Probability and Statistics
    • Pure Mathematics
  • The School of Mathematics and Statistics offers a Ph.D program that focuses on diverse areas including:
    • Statistics
    • Probability
    • Discrete mathematics
    • Applied mathematics
    • Algebra and analysis
    • Cryptography research for government
    • Networks, coding theory, and fluid dynamics.
  • Students studying in the nation’s capital, giving easy access to internships, and career opportunities in government departments and private industry.
  • The student to faculty ratio is 12:1 which bridges the gap between faculty and students.
  • Carleton University has an acceptance rate of 21%, compared to other Canadian universities.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $11434 $11434 $11434 $11434
Health Insurance $567 $567 $567 $567
Books and supply $900 $900 $900 $900
Other Fees $2250 $2250 $2250 $2250
Total Fees $15151 $15151 $15151 $15151

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 86 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
GRE Graduate Record Examination 310 340 2
PTE Pearson Test of English 60 90 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must hold a master’s degree in mathematics or the equivalent in a related field from a recognized University.
  • If English is not the students’ first language then they must provide proof of English competency.
  • A GPA of at least 3.33/4.33 (B+ grade) is required in a related discipline.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Completed a 2 years Master’s, or an equivalent degree.
  • Or, completed both a bachelor’s (3 years) degree and a master’s degree.
  • Or, obtain a first-class division (75% or above, Distinction or Outstanding).
  • Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, the recommended GRE score to get into the program is 300+.