PhD in Statistics in St. Johns Canada | Memorial University of Newfoundland

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics comprises more than 30 faculty members and 80 graduate students. Our distinguished faculty includes 5 University Research Professors (the highest academic rank) and a Canada Research Chair holder. Several department members have received Presidential awards for both Research and Teaching excellence. This academic distinction has gained international recognition, with our department ranking #267 globally in Mathematics according to the 2024 U.S. News and World Report University Rankings.

Faculty and graduate students conduct research across diverse fields including: Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computation, Analysis, Design Theory, Graph Theory, Topology, Applied Statistics, Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Optimization, Algebra, Mathematical Physics, Mathematical Statistics, and Fluid Mechanics.

PhD Programs – Our Mathematics and Statistics doctoral programs involve graduate coursework, a two-part comprehensive exam, and an original research thesis demonstrating significant scholarly contribution. The typical completion time is three to four years, culminating in a final oral examination and thesis defense.

PhD Duration: 4 years
Location: St. John's campus

Application Deadlines:
Fall admission (all programs): January 15
Winter admission (PhD only): August 15