Dr. Phillip Colella

Professor

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Biography

Phillip Colella is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. He is a recognized expert in applied mathematics and computational science. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to various fields, including numerical methods for differential equations and simulations of physical systems. He is a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics and has been honored as a member of the National Academy of Sciences. His research interests encompass a variety of topics within applied mathematics, with a focus on developing robust and efficient algorithms for scientific computing. He has authored numerous papers and has been involved in several high-profile research projects.

Research Interests

Numerical Methods Computational Science Scientific Computing

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.