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The Department of Chemistry offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Arts (A.M.); the Master of Science (Sc.M.); a the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree.

Research in Chemistry stretches from the exploration of physical phenomena of individual molecules, to the creation of new molecules, to material science, and indeed to the foundations of life.  The Department of Chemistry reflects this profound importance and diversity by offering excellent research opportunities in areas including organic and inorganic chemistry, chemical biology, analytical chemistry, nanochemistry and theoretical and experimental physical chemistry.  In addition, graduate students have the opportunity to participate in interdisciplinary research in molecular biology, chemical engineering and the Institute for Molecular and Nanoscale Innovation.  The faculty student ratio is approximately 3:1 with most research groups numbering no more than six graduate students. 

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Prospective ph.d. students, applied mathematics ph.d. program.

The Division of Applied Mathematics is devoted to research, education and scholarship. Our faculty engages in research in a range of areas from applied and algorithmic problems to the study of fundamental mathematical questions. By its nature, our work is and always has been inter– and multidisciplinary. Among the research areas represented in the division are dynamical systems and partial differential equations, control theory, probability and stochastic processes, numerical analysis and scientific computing, fluid mechanics, computational biology, statistics, and pattern theory. Our graduate program in applied mathematics includes around 50 Ph.D. students, with many of them working on interdisciplinary projects. Joint research projects exist with faculty in various biology and life sciences departments and the departments of Chemistry, Computer Science, Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences, Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics and Neuroscience, as well as with faculty in the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.

Prospective PhD applicants who are interested in visiting the campus and meeting with a faculty member to discuss graduate and research programs are encouraged to contact Candida Hall , Student Affairs Manager (401.863.2463).

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Please visit our webpage on the Graduate School for information and guidance on the application process, all relevant deadlines, and required materials. 

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• Applied Math code for GRE:  3094, GREs are required for the Academic Year,  2024-2025
• Applied Math code for TOEFL:  3094
• Brown University code for ETS:  3094

Ph.D. Program in Computational Biology

The Division of Applied Mathematics is one of four Brown academic units that contribute to the doctoral program administered by the Center for Computational Molecular Biology. Graduate students in this program who choose applied mathematics as their home department will receive a PhD in Applied Mathematics (with Computational Biology Annotation). For further information about this program, including the application process, please visit the  CCMB Graduate Program page .

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Applications which are missing materials will be considered, but may be at a disadvantage in regards to admission decisions.    

Admission to our programs depends on many factors. We cannot assess your chances of admission prior to reviewing your entire application. 

The Admission Committee reviews all aspects of your application, including personal statement, recommendation letters, grades, GRE scores, research experience and related original publications, etc. There is no precise formula followed to make an admission decision, but a strong showing in the above components is likely to increase your chances of admission. 

The Admission Committee reviews all aspects of your application when making decisions. The fact that a candidate attended a particular University X (whether X is Brown or any other institution) does not mean that an application will be treated any differently from other applications.

We expect to send the results to you before March 1. Our Student Affairs Manager, Candida Hall , can be contacted if you need information prior to that date.

Yes, we will organize a common Visiting Day for all admitted students sometime in March, and make arrangements for a visit on another day, if needed, to accommodate any schedule conflicts.  

Students are admitted to the Division of Applied Mathematics as a whole, and not to a particular professor or group. 

Over recent years, the incoming PhD class has averaged about 12-15 students per year. The target and actual enrollment for our program varies each year based on a number of factors.  For the academic year 2023-2024, the GRE scores are not required, and the deadline of application is December 9, 2023.

Each year, roughly half of the intake consists of international students. However, we do not have set quotas and decisions are made depending on the quality of the applicant. We are strongly committed to maintaining a fair and equitable admission process and to cultivating diversity in our student body. 

Your chances of admission depend on many factors including test scores (both the TOEFL score and the regular and subject GRE scores), transcripts, recommendation letters, research experience, statement of purpose and research interests, as well as the general background of the students. Improving any or all of these would improve your chances of admission.  For the academic year 2023-2024, the GRE scores are not required.  

Information about the research conducted in the Division can be found on the Division's webpages. If you have specific questions regarding a particular professor's research, you may e-mail that professor directly. 

If you have any technical difficulties with your applications or any other administrative questions related to your application, contact our Student Affairs Manager, [email protected] .

A Bachelors' degree is required, but the area does not have to be in mathematics.  Applicants are expected to have a strong background in mathematics. 

No, you only need to have a Bachelors' degree to apply for the PhD degree. However, you may also apply for a PhD degree after having completed the Masters' degree. 

A $75 application fee must be paid when an application is submitted. Applicants who want to be evaluated by more than one graduate program must submit a separate application and a separate fee for each additional program.

Applicants who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents may be eligible for fee waivers. (Please note that your completed application must be submitted 14 days in advance of the program’s application deadline in order to be considered for a fee waiver. Please choose the “Request a fee waiver” option as your method of payment on the payment information page.) Application fee waivers are not available for international applicants. 

Admission to our PhD program includes at least five years of guaranteed funding, including stipend, tuition, health services fee, and health insurance, for students who maintain good standing in the program.  

For the PhD program, the GRE general test is required and the GRE (mathematics) subject test is highly recommended.  Please note that although the subject test is not required, the absence of a subject score makes determining the quality of your application more challenging.  Nevertheless, it is possible that other portions of your application, such as general GRE scores, grades, letters of recommendation, etc. may provide enough information for a decision to be made.  For the academic year 2023-2024, the GRE scores are not required.

Yes, it is in your own interests to provide as much information as you can.  The more information we have, the more likely that we will be able to assess your application accurately.

Yes. The TOEFL cannot be waived unless you have completed an undergraduate or Masters degree at an accredited institution in which the medium of instruction is English in a predominantly English-speaking country (e.g., the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand). The IELTS exam can be substituted for TOEFL. 

The minimum score for admission consideration is 577 on the paper-based test and 90 on the Internet-based test. For IELTS, the recommended minimum overall band score is 7. These exams should be taken early enough to allow the scores to reach the Graduate School by your program's deadline. Performance on the tests is one of many factors considered in making admission decisions. 

Admissions decisions are based on many factors of which test scores are just one (see Q11).  It is your overall performance which will be considered, so your performance in any particular area need not preclude your application being successful.  

We do not track and share average GRE or TOEFL scores. 

Brown University requires official and original test scores sent by ETS.  You may self-report your test scores and upload copies of your score report(s) into your application, prior to the reception of original test scores. 

All international applicants whose native language is not English must submit an official Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score.  Language proficiency exams are not required of those students who have earned a degree from a non-U.S. university where the primary language of instruction is English, or from a college or university in the United States, or in any of a number of countries.

We really cannot advise you on this or similar matters since we are not familiar with you or your history, and suggest that you contact an advisor at University X for advice about what choice of courses would be best for your specific circumstances. 

Transferring to the PhD program from the PhD program at another university happens only in very rare circumstances, and depends on many factors. It is unusual for a student's mathematical preparation to be sufficient to merit a transfer and in most cases, the student would need to start the program afresh as a new student. This is best accomplished by applying to the program as a regular applicant for admission in the following Fall.

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Updated: February 29, 2024

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Brown university acceptance rate and admissions statistics.

Brown University has an acceptance rate of 5% and is among the top 1% of the most difficult universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.

381 students enrolled in some distance education courses.

207 enrolled exclusively in distance education.

Among admitted applicants 923 or 54% submitted SAT

25% of them had 1490 or below

75% of them had 1580 or below

Typical SAT scores of first-years in Brown University are 1490-1580 (middle 50% range).

Among admitted applicants 456 or 27% submitted ACT

25% of them had 34 or below

75% of them had 36 or below

Typical ACT scores of first-years in Brown University are 34-36 (middle 50% range).

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Before continuing, please read the   Brown CS 2020-21 Plan , which may replace some of the information below.  

Q: What are the criteria for admission to the Brown CS doctoral program?

A: Academic performance, letters of recommendation, and previous research experience are crucial in our selection process. We also consider motivation, work experience, awards, honors, prizes, and other accomplishments. In more detail, we're looking for:

• Academic performance: The GPA is not the only criterion. Grades in computer science and related disciplines, such as math, count more than grades in other areas. Also, we take into account the fact that at some very competitive schools it's difficult to achieve a high GPA.
• Letters of recommendation: Letters must give a detailed, factual, and candid evaluation of your capabilities. Rankings and comparisons with other students are very useful. Ask your recommender to follow these guidelines and remind your recommenders about deadlines to ensure they're met. We routinely find ourselves unable to admit potentially qualified students because their letters of recommendation didn't arrive in time. At least two of your recommendation letters must come from academia.
• Research experience: Although not required, it can boost your chances of admission considerably. If you've worked on a research project, please tell us about it and ask at least one of your recommenders to comment on it. If your work is part of a joint project, the recommender should indicate your specific contribution to the project. Include abstracts or reprints of any papers you have published in journals or presented at conferences.
• General GRE scores (optional): These scores let us compare the basic skills of applicants from diverse backgrounds. We're aware that test performance can improve considerably with practice, some people don't perform well on tests, and the verbal GRE is harder for some foreign applicants. Note that this test is no longer requred for admission but you may opt to send your scores.
• TOEFL and IELTS scores: Applicants whose native language isn't English and who haven't received a college degree from an institution in an English-speaking country must take the TOEFL exam. You can also submit additional evidence, such as a certificate of completion for an English course. We generally don't consider applicants with scores below 620 (PBT), 260 (CBT), or 105 (IBT), and prefer scores higher than that. The corresponding minimum IELTS score is 7.
• Statement: The statement that accompanies your application helps us learn more about you. Tell us why you want to pursue a PhD program in computer science, and why you're applying to our department in particular. Clearly expressing any areas of academic interest make it easier for us to evaluate your application.
• Work experience: Please describe your work experience in the application and, if related to computer science, mention how you think it'll help you in graduate school.
• Awards, honors, and prizes: Unless they're well known (for example, an NSF fellowship or graduation with honors), please give details about them. How many candidates were there? How many awards were given? What were the selection criteria? This is especially important for foreign applicants. If these awards are really important, we'd expect your recommenders to mention them.

Q: Can I still apply if I won't have all the material ready by the deadline?

A: Unfortunately, no: you must submit all material by the application deadline.   Since we ask for scans or electronic copies   of your transcripts, and ETS provides GRE and TOEFL reports, there's no need to mail those documents when you apply. We also ask that your recommenders use the electronic system to submit their recommendations. Please be sure to give your recommenders enough time to write your letters.

Q: Can I apply at other times of the year?

A: No: all doctoral students must enter the program at the beginning of the fall semester, in September. Consequently, there's only one application period, with a deadline of December 15.

Q: I can't afford the application fee. Can you waive it?

A: To request a waiver, please fill out the form here explaining your situation. We are especially eager to waive fees for applicants from underrepresented groups. You will be notified as soon as possible if your request has been approved. Your application will be kept on hold until you either enter a waiver code or pay the application fee.

Q: What are my chances of being admitted?

A: We can't estimate your likelihood of admission on the basis of an email message. In recent years, we've admitted about 40 students from an applicant pool of about 300-400 students.

Q: Does a request for financial aid affect my chances of being admitted?

A: No. Admission and funding are handled independently. We provide all PhD students (including international students) with financial support. If you're eligible for a fellowship, we'll determine this when you apply, so you don't need to mention it in your application.

Q: Do I have to pick an advisor prior to entry?

A: No, this isn't required. You're funded by Brown CS and Brown for the first year. You have this year to find a PhD advisor, which you do through courses, seminars, group meetings, and other contact. (In contrast, some of our competitors force you to align yourself with a particular advisor, whom you may have never met and whose work may not entirely interest you, before you begin.)

Do note, however, that your graduate application will probably be a lot stronger if you have some idea of what you want to do. If you do have such plans, please discuss them in your application statement. Try to be specific: simply listing the names of lots of professors, without providing concrete reasons for why you are interested in their work, isn't likely to help your case. 

Q: Are scans of any of the application materials acceptable?

A: We encourage scanned or electronic copies of transcripts as part of the initial application; original documents are required if you're admitted and decide to enroll here. Please send all documents to the Graduate School , not Brown CS.  ETS should send score reports for GRE and TOEFL scores; we can't accept scans of those reports as official notification of the results.

Q: How do I contact the Graduate School?

A: The Graduate School's contact information is on their web page .

Q: Should I use the institution code, the department code, or both for the GRE and TOEFL?

A: The GRE institution code is 3094 and the GRE department code is 0402. For the TOEFL, you should use the school code (3094) and the department code (78). Note that answers to these questions and many like them may be found at the Graduate School's website .

Q: Have you received all my application materials?

A: To find out, please start by checking the Graduate School's  online application system . Don't contact the Graduate School for assistance unless you're unable to find them in the system.

Q:  My application still says it's awaiting materials even though everything has been submitted except for a TOEFL score. How do I clear the TOEFL requirement if I'm exempt from it?

A:  Please email the Graduate School's Admission Staff:  [email protected]  and ask them to waive the requirement based on your exemption.  To see what qualifies you for an exemption, see the information available on the Grad School's website https://www.brown.edu/academics/gradschool/.

Q: Where do I send my transcripts, score reports, and other materials?

A: Please send supplemental materials to:

Brown Graduate School 47 George Street, Box 1867 Providence, RI 02912.

Please wait to find out if you've been admitted before mailing your official documents.

Q: Who decides whom to admit?

A: Officially, admissions are generated by the Graduate School. In practice, Brown CS (specifically, a group of faculty members) evaluates your application and makes recommendations to the Graduate School, which typically follows our recommendations. Therefore, you're generating your application (in particular, your statement) to be read primarily by Brown CS faculty.

Q: What if I have other questions?

A: Please .

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August 2024

• August 1 Fall term bill due date 
• August 21-23 International Graduate Student Orientation
• August 25-26 Graduate Student of Color Orientation
• August 27-28 All-Student Orientation
• August 29 Resource Fair (1-4 pm; 3-4 pm graduate student only hour)

September 2024

• September 1  (estimated date) Online applications open in CollegeNET (PhD, MFA, BioMed Master's)
• September 1  Fulbright Fellowship  initial application deadline (internal) at 4:30 pm
• September 8  Deadline for October graduates to submit the Application to Graduate via Banner
• September 15* Black at Brown [Graduate] Grant Deadline
• September 11-29  Fulbright campus interviews

October 2024

• October 1  Banner-based Application to Graduate open to students who expect to complete in February (Registrar's requirement)
• October 1   Research Mobility Fellowship applications due for Spring travel
• October 5-9 Graduate School at the Society for Neuroscience Conference
• October TBA  Brown final submission deadline (internal) for Fulbright Fellowship at 4:30 pm
• October 15  Spring term Fellowship appointments and funding due to Graduate School via GSIM (doctoral and master's students). Non-Fellowship appointment (TA/RA/Proctor) entry deadline TBA
• October 20-21  Fall Preview Day
• October TBA   DAAD  applications due to the Graduate School at 4 pm (internal deadline)
• October 31-November 3  Graduate School at the SACNAS Conference

November 2024

• November 1  Deadline for students on leave to notify the Graduate School of a desire to return in the spring and to submit materials for readmission
• November TBA   Horace Mann medal submissions due in UFunds.
• November 13-16 Graduate School at the ABRCMS Conference
• November 16*  Spring term bills generated (see Bursar website )

December 2024

• December 2  Application deadline for  Brown Executive Scholars Training (BEST) Program

January 2025

• January 1  Spring term bill due date
• January 12  Deadline for February graduates to submit the Application to Graduate via Banner
• January 10  Thesis and dissertation submission deadline for February graduates
• January 13  Banner-based Application to Graduate open to students who expect to complete in May (Registrar's requirement)
• January TBA  Deadline for entering Spring Progress Evaluation and uploading Standing Letters to GSIM
• January TBA  Mae Williamson Simmons Fellowship nomination deadline
• January TBA HUGs Admissions Summary submission deadline
• January 29-31 Graduate School at the McNair Promising Practices Institute and Graduate School Fair

February 2025

• February 1 Deadline for changing progress evaluations that have already been submitted for the Spring term
• February 10   Open Graduate Education  application deadline
• February TBA Deadline for student applications for Deans' Faculty Fellowships
• February TBA  Application deadline for  Brown/Wheaton Faculty Fellowship
• February TBA Application deadline for Joukowsky Summer Research Award
• March 1  Nominations due for the  Faculty Mentoring and Advising Award  and  the  Excellence in Teaching Award
• March TBA  Deadline for DEP applications (submit through  UFunds ) for Humanities & Social Science students who will be beyond the sixth year (can also be submitted after this date to be reviewed on a rolling basis)
• March TBA  STEM Diversity and Inclusion Divisional Meeting
• March TBA  Doctoral Welcome Days
• March TBA  Humanities & Social Science Diversity and Inclusion Divisional Meeting
• March TBA   Research Mobility Fellowship  applications due for Fall travel
• April TBA   Interdisciplinary Opportunity  program application deadline
• March TBA  Deadline for student applications for  Deans' Faculty Fellowships  (nominations and recommender forms due on March 29)
• Joukowsky Outstanding Dissertation Prize
• Outstanding Academic Accomplishment by a Master’s Student
• Master’s Award for Professional Excellence
• Master’s Award for Engaged Citizenship and Community Service  
• April TBA  Optional Spring Divisional meetings (all divisions welcome)
• April 15  PhD and MFA admissions response date (admitted applicants must accept admissions offer by this date and cannot be asked to decide in advance of this date)
• April TBA  Summer appointments and departmental funding due to the Graduate School via GSIM (doctoral and master's)
• April 18  Deadline for May graduates to submit the Application to Graduate via Banner
• May 1  Thesis and dissertation submission deadline for May graduates
• May 1  Deadline for students on leave to notify the Graduate School of a desire to return in the fall and to submit materials for readmission
• May 23  Summer term bills generated (see  Bursar website )
• May 23-25  Commencement weekend
• June TBA  Deadline for submitting Summer Progress Evaluations and Standing Letters to GSIM
• June 1* Doctoral Preview Day Application Opens
• June TBA  Deadline for each program to set online application deadline cutoff for next admission cycler and request application changes (e.g., requirements or program-specific questions)
• June TBA  Fall appointments and departmental funding due to the Graduate School via GSIM (doctoral and master's)
• June 11*  Summer term bill due date
• June 22*  Fall term bills generated (see  Bursar website )
• June 30  GSIM Appointment Management closed for changes for fiscal year end. Via GSIM: 1) Add and/or update progress evaluations in the current term with prior term performance 2) Update of milestones 3) Update advisors (current and prospective terms)
• June 22  Deadline for programs to communicate change in chair and DGS for next academic year
• July TBA  Banner-based Application to Graduate open to students who expect to complete in October (Registrar's requirement)

August-September 2025

• August 1  Fall term bill due date 
• August 20-22* International Graduate Student Orientation
• August 24-25* Graduate Student of Color Orientation
• August 26-27* All-Student Orientation
• August 28* Resource Fair
• August 31  Deadline for entering Fall Progress Evaluations and uploading Standing Letters to GSIM

*Tentative date