Applied Mathematics

What is Applied Mathematics?

Harvard Applied Math is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the creation and imaginative use of mathematical concepts to pose and solve problems over the entire gamut of the physical and biomedical sciences and engineering, and increasingly, the social sciences and humanities.

Working individually and as part of teams collaborating across the University and beyond, faculty and students in Applied Mathematics seek to quantitatively describe, predict, design and control phenomena in a range of fields. This involves the study of relations between models and observations, while examining the mathematical foundations and limitations of these models and techniques.

Research and educational activities have particularly close links to Harvard's efforts in MathematicsEconomicsComputer Science, and Statistics

Why Pursue an Applied Math Degree?

A degree in applied mathematics prepares students for a wide range of careers because it focuses on applying mathematical concepts to real-world problems, especially in fields such as business, technology, or engineering. Education in applied mathematics prepares students to:

  • Use mathematical practices like analysis and pattern recognition to identify and solve problems in many industries
  • Design better products
  • Help companies cut costs
  • Work on societal and global issues
  • Enhance patient health

Applied Math Programs

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Arts (AB)

Bachelor of Arts (AB) / Master of Science (SM)

Secondary Field

Graduate

PhD

 

Area Chair for Applied Mathematics
Faculty Director of Graduate Studies, Applied Mathematics
Faculty Director of Undergraduate Studies, Applied Mathematics (Fall)
Faculty Director of Undergraduate Studies, Applied Mathematics (Spring)
Co-Director of Undergraduate Studies, Applied Mathematics
Co-Director of Undergraduate Studies, Applied Mathematics
Director for Academic Operations
Administrative Coordinator for Academic Operations
Director of Faculty Support and Administration