About the course

A total of 36 credit hours of regular coursework is required, of which 30 hours must be numbered 5000 or above, with at least 18 credit hours of ATOC graduate lecture courses including core ATOC course requirements, and a graduate-level course in applied or computational mathematics. In addition, 30 credit hours of dissertation must be completed per Graduate School rules and requirements. Students must pass a two-part comprehensive examination before admission into candidacy. Part I of the comprehensive examination is a written exam based on core course material and is normally taken in the second year. Part II of the comprehensive examination is normally taken in the third year and is an oral examination based on an original research paper prepared by the student. After the PhD dissertation has been submitted, a final examination of the dissertation will be conducted. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Denver
Fall (August), 2024	Denver
Fall (August), 2025	Denver
Fall (August), 2026	Denver

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Colorado - Boulder

Hold a baccalaureate degree from a college or university of recognized standing, or have done work equivalent to that required for such a degree. Show promise of ability to pursue advanced study and research, as judged by the student’s previous scholastic record and letters of reference. Have had adequate preparation to enter graduate study in the chosen field. Have at least a 3.00 (B) undergraduate grade point average. The University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 537 (paper based), 203 (computer based), and/or 75 (new internet based). The University requires a minimum IELTS score of 6.0.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 75.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Colorado - Boulder. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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