The PhD program in Computational Applied Mathematics at Rice University focuses on developing students' understanding of physical phenomena and their ability to make complex decisions. The program combines intensive, small-class coursework with close interaction with professors. Students have immediate opportunities to participate in seminars and engage in research projects from the outset. Research within the program covers a broad spectrum of mathematical fields and computational methods. Faculty expertise includes numerical analysis, operations research, optimization, differential equations, and scientific computation. Students can conduct high-impact research in application areas such as energy, sustainability, hazards, mathematical biology, and health care delivery, working closely with CMOR faculty.
The program focuses on developing students' understanding of physical phenomena and their ability to make complex decisions, combining intensive coursework with research opportunities from the outset.
Research areas include numerical analysis, operations research, optimization, differential equations, and scientific computation, with applications in energy, sustainability, hazards, mathematical biology, and health care delivery.
Students benefit from intensive small-class study, close interaction with professors, and immediate opportunities to participate in seminars and research projects.
The Templeton Foundation Academic Cross Training Fellowship is mentioned, providing $220,000 for up to 3 years to support study in empirical sciences, but it is intended for tenured philosophers and theologians.
For admission inquiries and application procedures for the PhD program, please refer to the Office of Admissions.