What are the top graduate programs for mathematics?

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The discussion revolves around identifying top graduate programs in mathematics, particularly in the United States, as the original poster expresses a desire to pursue a doctorate in the field. The inquiry seeks insights into schools with strong mathematics programs, with an emphasis on exploring options rather than immediate decision-making.

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  • The original poster seeks recommendations for graduate programs in mathematics and expresses openness to both domestic and international options. Participants suggest that the poster consider their geographical preferences and share lists of institutions they believe have strong programs.

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Participants are actively sharing their thoughts and lists of schools, with some providing personal experiences related to specific institutions. There is an ongoing exchange of information, but no consensus has been reached regarding the best programs.

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The original poster indicates that cost is not a primary concern at this stage, focusing instead on gathering information about potential schools. There is also a suggestion that the poster clarify their current location to better tailor recommendations.

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This doesn't really classify as a homework question, but this is the best place I could think of to post this. My apologies if I am in the wrong.

I'm planning on continuing my math education all the way through the doctorate level. However, at the moment, I have only the barest of ideas as to which schools have a good graduate program in math. And I have absolutely no clue as to which schools have excellent math programs. I figured that this was pretty much one of the best communities to pose my question to. Can anyone give me some information? Cost is secondary at the moment; for now (and for some time to come), I'm just window-shopping.
 
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I think you should first tell people where you are now...I don't mean that i can help you, but if I can, I sure will...
 
Oops, I knew I forgot something. I'm in the US, so anywhere in this country would be preferable, but I'm still open to overseas options.
 
In all honesty, there's a school in just about every state with an excellent math program. You need to decide where you wnat to spend the next few years of your life and then look at schools in that region.

here'd be my list:

University of Michigan[/color](current alma matter)
University of California-Berkeley
University of Chicago
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
California Institute of Technology
University of California-Los Angeles
University of Hawaii Manoa(I wnet here for a couple of semesters--love Hawaii)
Wayne State University


They are in order BTW. Though I'm chasing an ME this time around I know the above all have good to excellent math programs. UH Manoa probably is on the good side but the location is superior to any other.
 
here'd be my list:
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University of Michigan(current alma matter)
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University of Hawaii Manoa(I wnet here for a couple of semesters

How conveeeenient. :smile:
 
lol Yeah I know... Manoa still has a good program as does Michigan. UIC, and UC Berkely are probably a little better though.
 

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