Experiment and Discover Solutions for a More Sustainable Future
Pursue excellence in science and mathematics and drive innovative discoveries to shape the world at Georgia Southern University.
In the College of Science and Mathematics, we are proud of preparing graduates who seek out and solve intricate scientific and technological challenges in their careers. Our dedicated faculty help students learn math and science, while our research shows students how STEM spurs economic development and fuels innovation in areas like medicine, advanced materials and natural resource protection.
Our Impact
We prepare graduates who are ready to enter the workforce in the best science and mathematics companies or continue their education in a variety of graduate programs.
Meet Our Faculty
Our highly respected faculty provide expertise that translates the applications of science and mathematics through hands-on educational experiences. Utilizing high-impact classroom instruction, they guide students in understanding scientific discoveries and exploring the body of knowledge around science and mathematics.
COSM Faculty & Staff
Explore Our Programs
Through undergraduate and graduate programs across science and mathematics, launch a career dedicated to preserving our world’s ecosystems, discovering the next generation of medicines, analyzing big data and solving critical technological problems.
Continue your studies by advancing from a bachelor’s to a master’s with our 4+1 program. Or, hop on the health profession track with accelerated pharmacy and medical programs. Just getting started? Pursue an associate degree with our Liberty Campus faculty in Hinesville.
Degrees & Programs
PhD Programs @ COSM
The Ph.D. programs in the College of Science and Mathematics at Georgia Southern University offer dynamic, interdisciplinary training that prepares students for advanced research and leadership in scientific fields. Our Environmental Science and Material Science programs stand out as collaborative efforts that bring together faculty expertise from across the entire college. These programs emphasize cross-disciplinary approaches to solving complex challenges, providing students with a rich academic environment and access to cutting-edge research. Whether you’re interested in exploring the natural world or developing the materials of the future, our Ph.D. offerings are designed to support your growth as an innovative and impactful scientist.
PhD Programs @ COSM
Research & Outreach
Discoveries abound across our Armstrong and Statesboro campuses. Our faculty have a variety of research focus areas across biology, chemistry, physics, geology, geography, mathematics and biochemistry.
As faculty lead research explorations, students are encouraged to participate — in the lab and in the field, as well as to present their results at research symposia. Explore all centers, efforts and interdisciplinary organizations.
Center for Advanced Material Science
The Georgia Southern Center for Advanced Materials Science (GS-CAMS) is dedicated to enriching the educational journey for undergraduate and graduate students in the field of materials science. With a focus on pioneering research in both fundamental and applied materials, GS-CAMS strives for national acclaim. Moreover, the center is committed to fostering economic growth and development, not just in southeast Georgia, but extending its impact beyond the region. Explore how GS-CAMS is shaping the future of materials science and contributing to broader socio-economic advancements.
More About the CenterDepartments
Spark your curiosity in our student-centered and impact-oriented departments.
Biochemistry, Chemistry & Physics
Master your lab skills and grow your problem-solving abilities with a degree in biochemistry, chemistry or physics.
Biology
Learn how to become a leading biologist. Find your niche at the home of the largest center for biology research and education in southern Georgia.
Earth, Environment & Sustainability
Devise sustainable solutions for a more resilient global future in this interdisciplinary department.
Mathematical Sciences
Prepare to teach or apply mathematical theories in engineering, the physical, life or social sciences or another field.
Military Science
Learn to lead our nation’s soldiers with a minor in military science. Or, earn a minor in naval science through our partnership with Savannah State University.
Pre-Health Professional Programs
With curricula designed in collaboration with professional programs throughout the region, specialize in the health field of your choice. Take all necessary prerequisites to apply and gain access to fast-track options.
In Georgia, the Environmental Protection Agency predicts a higher frequency of droughts and floods. Long-term ecological studies are necessary to understand the implication of this. I am trying to meet this need with my research.”
Student Success & Support
Have questions about your academic path, classes and course loads? Want to get more involved in clubs or even live exclusively with your peers? Curious about scholarships for STEM students, or think you could benefit from a tutor? Check out all resources available to College of Science and Mathematics students.