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Application Process

Apply through the Graduate School at Washington State University to be considered for graduate study in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. Select “General Graduate Applications” and choose the semester you would like to start.

PhD students: there is a higher likelihood of obtaining funding when admitted in fall semester.  

MS students: teaching assistantships are prioritized for PhD students. For Fall 2026, MS students may be eligible to receive funding, depending upon the teaching needs of the department.

International students: Review information about admission requirements, visas and fees, and orientation. Planning for a fall semester start is recommended due to visa processing time.

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Questions?

Reach out via email to mathstat.gradinfo@wsu.edu
or call us at 509-335-8645.

For Fall Semester

  • Applications for both the master’s and the PhD program must be submitted by January 10​ to be considered for the following fall semester.
  • Applicants are usually notified by the department of their admission decision by March 15.

For Spring Semester

  • Applications for both the master’s and the PhD program must be submitted by September 10​ to be considered for the following spring semester.
  • Applicants are usually notified by the department of their admission decision by October 25.

Be prepared to submit the following items

  • A personal statement describing your motivations for graduate study, your academic interests in mathematics or statistics, your career objectives, and how your research interests fit the expertise of specific faculty members at WSU. (Length: 1-2 pages)
    • Indicate 1-4 faculty members you might consider working with during your graduate studies.
    • If your background is not traditional (i.e. you do not have a bachelor’s degree in math or statistics), explain how your experience meets the minimum requirements. See graduate handbook for more information.
    • If you have had a rough semester or two (due to e.g. illness, personal or professional challenges) that affected your performance, explain what you have learned from your experience.
  • Curriculum Vitae or resumé.
  • Names and contact information (email, phone) of three people who are willing to write letters of recommendation for you.
  • Up-to-date college transcript(s) showing your bachelor’s and/or master’s coursework. Additional transcripts from other post-secondary schools attended may also be submitted.
    • Unofficial copies are acceptable for your initial application review.
    • Official transcripts will be required for official admission to WSU.
  • GRE scores
    • In general, the GRE is optional for admission to WSU.
    • However, you are encouraged to submit scores for the GRE General Test and the GRE Subject Test in Mathematics if they are less than five years old at the time of your application.
    • Self-reported/photocopies are acceptable for initial application review. Official scores are required for official admission to WSU.
  • International students must meet one of the following English proficiency minimums:
    • Received English-language test scores of at least TOEFL 100, IELTS 7, or Duolingo 130.
    • Earned a degree from an accredited U.S. institution or an international college or university where the language of instruction was English.
    • Be a citizen of or earned a degree from one of the countries listed in the WSU Graduate School international student requirements.

Optional additional materials

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics welcomes additional materials, such as published papers, to be included for review in your application file. Please

Any additional materials must be uploaded through the graduate school application portal with your application.