Graduate Information

The basic requirements for the PhD degree in mathematics include demonstrating a mastery of a broad area of mathematics and writing a dissertation making an original and substantial contribution to mathematics.

• LSU Alumni Association Distinguished Dissertation Award
• College of Science Distinguished Dissertation Award
• Pasquale Porcelli Graduate Student Research Excellence Award
• Pasquale Porcelli Certificate of Excellence in Research
• Pasquale Porcelli Graduate Student Academic Excellence Award
• David Oxley Teaching Award
• Alumni Association Distinguished Teaching Assistant Award
• Certificate of Teaching Excellence

Summer 2015

• MATH 7999-1: Problem Lab in Algebra —practice for PhD Qualifying Exam in Algebra.
• Instructor:
• Prerequisite: Math 7210.
• Text: Online Test Bank.

• MATH 7999-2: Problem Lab in Real Analysis—practice for PhD Qualifying Exam in Analysis.
• Instructor:
• Prerequisite: Math 7311.
• Text: Online Test Bank.

Admission is granted jointly by the Graduate School and the Department of Mathematics. The Department of Mathematics recommends admission to the Graduate School, and the Graduate School checks that minimum requirements have been met and makes the final decision on the admissions.

1. When is the deadline for applying?
2. What is the application fee and can it be waived?
3. Is it necessary to have a master's degree before applying to the PhD program?
4. Do I need to know my research area when I apply?
5. What kind of information should I include in the Statement of Purpose?
6. How are applications evaluated?
7. What does the average successful applicant's profile look like concerning GRE scores, grades, etc.?
8. What are the ETS code numbers for submitting GRE and TOEFL scores?
9. When can I expect a decision on my application?
10. If I am offered an assistantship, when will I have to give my decision?
11. I have been placed on the wait list for an assistantship. When can I expect to learn more?
12. I'd like to work with a particular professor. Can I be admitted as that professor's student?
13. When and how do you choose an advisor? How difficult is it to switch advisors?
14. How long does it take to get a PhD?
15. Who is required to submit scores on the TOEFL or IELTS?
16. Whom should I contact if i have more questions?

Summer 2015

• MATH 7999-1: Problem Lab in Algebra—practice for PhD Qualifying Exam in Algebra.
• Instructor:
• Prerequisite: Math 7210.
• Text: Online Test Bank.

• MATH 7999-2: Problem Lab in Real Analysis—practice for PhD Qualifying Exam in Analysis.
• Instructor:
• Prerequisite: Math 7311.
• Text: Online Test Bank.

Please note that the program begins MONDAY, AUGUST 12TH

The program is for the two weeks before classes begin in the fall: Monday, August 12th through Friday, August 23rd, 2013.
Unless otherwise noted, all sessions will be held in Lockett 244.

Summer 2014

• MATH 7999-1: Problem Lab in Algebra —practice for PhD Qualifying Exam in Algebra.
• Instructor:
• Prerequisite: Math 7210.
• Text: Online Test Bank.

• MATH 7999-2: Problem Lab in Real Analysis—practice for PhD Qualifying Exam in Analysis.
• Instructor:
• Prerequisite: Math 7311.
• Text: Online Test Bank.