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The mathematics major provides an overview of key developments in theoretical mathematics from the past four centuries, viewed through a contemporary lens. This knowledge is then utilized to address various challenges, both within mathematical fields and in other areas like physics, cryptography, and financial systems. Majors are additionally required to join an undergraduate seminar, typically during their junior or senior year. Students focusing on applied mathematics must attend these seminars in both years. These sessions offer valuable practice in mastering complex subjects and presenting them effectively. To qualify for departmental honors, majors must complete a senior thesis project.
Applicants must present evidence that they are prepared for college work in the humanities, mathematics, social sciences, foreign languages and natural sciences. Accordingly, the College strongly recommends the following preparation: Four years of English literature and composition
The vast majority of successful applicants to the College have taken five academic courses per term for all four years of secondary/high school. Student must have 650 or higher on either the Critical Reasoning or Writing sections of the SAT, 700 or higher on the Evidence Based Reading and Writing section of the redesigned SAT and 29 or higher on the English or Reading sections of the ACT
English Language Requirement
Applicant must have minimum score of 600 (paper-based test) or 100 (Internet-based test) and minimum IELTS score of 7.0