The Graduate School of Arts and Science requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy degree are listed in the Degree Requirements section of this bulletin.

Mathematics: The two-stage qualifying examination consists of a written comprehensive examination (which also satisfies a requirement for the Master of Science degree in mathematics) and an oral preliminary examination. All students who plan graduate study beyond the master’s level are urged to take the written comprehensive examination as soon as possible. Students with outstanding preparation in mathematics may be able to pass the examination on entering the program. The oral preliminary examination is usually taken after two years of graduate study and only after passing the written comprehensive examination with a grade of A. Further information about the program is available in the office of the department and on the Web at www.math.nyu.edu/degree/guide.

Atmosphere Ocean Science: This program focuses on the application of modern applied mathematics to the problems of atmosphere and ocean science. It has a strong multidisciplinary component and draws on the physical sciences as well as applied mathematics and computer science. The degree requirements are similar to those of the Ph.D. program in mathematics listed above and include a required core of applied mathematics courses. There are also notable distinctions such as an additional requirement for courses in physical sciences. Further details about the program are available on the Web at http://caos.cims.nyu.edu as well as in the Atmosphere Ocean Science section of this bulletin.

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