73 PhD Programs in Mathematics in North America

Top universities for Mathematics in North America

Ranked by how many mathematics programs each one runs in North America — the count is next to the name.

• University of Waterloo, Canada (8)
• Middle Tennessee State University (4)
• University of Iowa (3)
• University of Colorado, Denver (3)
• University of Wyoming (3)
• University of Louisville (2)
• University of Nevada, Reno (2)
• Dalhousie University (2)
• Syracuse University (2)
• California Institute of Technology (2)

January intake in North America

7 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• PhD in Mathematics — Temple University · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Computational Mathematics, Ph.D. — The University of North Carolina at Greensboro · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Education and Human Development (Mathematics Education) — University of Colorado, Denver · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Mathematics — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Applied Mathematics — University of Colorado, Denver · starts Jan 2027
• PhD in Mathematics, Ph.D. — University of South Florida · starts Jan 2027

PhD in Mathematics in North America: common questions

How many mathematics programs are there in North America?

73 mathematics phd programs at 50 universities in North America are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.

How much does a mathematics degree in North America cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for phd programs in mathematics in North America is 24,630 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 16,987 USD and 33,028 USD a year.

Can I study mathematics in North America in English?

Yes — 100% of the mathematics programs in North America in our catalog are taught in English (73 of 73).

Are any of these mathematics programs available online?

2 of the 73 programs in North America are delivered online or by distance learning.